How many syllables in “limes”?
syllables in "limes"
Word details
Syllables
2
li · mes
Letters
5
l · i · m · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “limes”
The word “limes” contains 2 syllables, divided as li · mes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "limes" have?
"limes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "limes" into syllables?
"limes" is divided into syllables as: li · mes.
What is the Scrabble score for "limes"?
The Scrabble score for "limes" is 7 points.
Using “limes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "limes" (li · mes) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “limes” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “limes”
The letters in “limes” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: miles, slime, smile.