How many syllables in “notes”?
syllables in "notes"
Word details
Syllables
2
no · tes
Letters
5
n · o · t · e · s
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “notes”
The word “notes” contains 2 syllables, divided as no · tes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "notes" have?
"notes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "notes" into syllables?
"notes" is divided into syllables as: no · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "notes"?
The Scrabble score for "notes" is 5 points.
Using “notes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "notes" (no · 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, “notes” is worth 5 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 “notes”
The letters in “notes” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: onset, seton, steno, stone, tones.