How many syllables in “mares”?
syllables in "mares"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · res
Letters
5
m · a · r · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “mares”
The word “mares” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · res. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mares" have?
"mares" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mares" into syllables?
"mares" is divided into syllables as: ma · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "mares"?
The Scrabble score for "mares" is 7 points.
Using “mares” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mares" (ma · res) 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, “mares” 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 “mares”
The letters in “mares” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: marse, maser, reams, smear.