How many syllables in “metes”?
syllables in "metes"
Word details
Syllables
2
me · tes
Letters
5
m · e · t · e · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “metes”
The word “metes” contains 2 syllables, divided as me · tes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metes" have?
"metes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "metes" into syllables?
"metes" is divided into syllables as: me · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "metes"?
The Scrabble score for "metes" is 7 points.
Using “metes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "metes" (me · tes) 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, “metes” 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 “metes”
The letters in “metes” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: meets, teems.