How many syllables in “memories”?
syllables in "memories"
Word details
Syllables
3
me · mo · ries
Letters
8
m · e · m · o · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “memories”
The word “memories” contains 3 syllables, divided as me · mo · ries. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "memories" have?
"memories" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "memories" into syllables?
"memories" is divided into syllables as: me · mo · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "memories"?
The Scrabble score for "memories" is 12 points.
Using “memories” in writing
Three-syllable words like "memories" (me · mo · ries) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “memories” is worth 12 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 “memories”
The letters in “memories” can be rearranged to spell one other word: memorise.