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How many syllables in “pekes”?

2

syllables in "pekes"

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Word details

Syllables

2

pe · kes

Letters

5

p · e · k · e · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

p3
e1
k5
e1
s1

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About the word “pekes

The word pekes contains 2 syllables, divided as pe · kes. It has 5 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "pekes" have?

"pekes" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "pekes" into syllables?

"pekes" is divided into syllables as: pe · kes.

What is the Scrabble score for "pekes"?

The Scrabble score for "pekes" is 11 points.

Using “pekes” in writing

Two-syllable words like "pekes" (pe · kes) 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, pekes is worth 11 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 “pekes

The letters in pekes can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: keeps, peeks.

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