How many syllables in “parties”?
syllables in "parties"
Word details
Syllables
2
par · ties
Letters
7
p · a · r · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “parties”
The word “parties” contains 2 syllables, divided as par · ties. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "parties" have?
"parties" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "parties" into syllables?
"parties" is divided into syllables as: par · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "parties"?
The Scrabble score for "parties" is 9 points.
Using “parties” in writing
Two-syllable words like "parties" (par · ties) 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, “parties” is worth 9 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 “parties”
The letters in “parties” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: pastier, piaster, piastre, pirates, traipse.