How many syllables in “pekes”?
syllables in "pekes"
Word details
Syllables
2
pe · kes
Letters
5
p · e · k · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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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.