How many syllables in “knees”?
syllable in "knees"
Word details
Syllables
1
knees
Letters
5
k · n · e · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “knees”
The word “knees” contains 1 syllable, divided as knees. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "knees" have?
"knees" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "knees" into syllables?
"knees" is divided into syllables as: knees.
What is the Scrabble score for "knees"?
The Scrabble score for "knees" is 9 points.
Using “knees” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "knees" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “knees” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “knees”
The letters in “knees” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: keens, skeen, skene.