How many syllables in “maples”?
syllables in "maples"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · ples
Letters
6
m · a · p · l · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “maples”
The word “maples” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · ples. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maples" have?
"maples" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "maples" into syllables?
"maples" is divided into syllables as: ma · ples.
What is the Scrabble score for "maples"?
The Scrabble score for "maples" is 10 points.
Using “maples” in writing
Two-syllable words like "maples" (ma · ples) 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, “maples” is worth 10 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 “maples”
The letters in “maples” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sample.