How many syllables in “napes”?
syllables in "napes"
Word details
Syllables
2
na · pes
Letters
5
n · a · p · e · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “napes”
The word “napes” contains 2 syllables, divided as na · pes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "napes" have?
"napes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "napes" into syllables?
"napes" is divided into syllables as: na · pes.
What is the Scrabble score for "napes"?
The Scrabble score for "napes" is 7 points.
Using “napes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "napes" (na · pes) 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, “napes” 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 “napes”
The letters in “napes” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: aspen, neaps, panes, peans, sneap, spean.