How many syllables in “pistes”?
syllables in "pistes"
Word details
Syllables
2
pi · stes
Letters
6
p · i · s · t · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “pistes”
The word “pistes” contains 2 syllables, divided as pi · stes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pistes" have?
"pistes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pistes" into syllables?
"pistes" is divided into syllables as: pi · stes.
What is the Scrabble score for "pistes"?
The Scrabble score for "pistes" is 8 points.
Using “pistes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pistes" (pi · stes) 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, “pistes” is worth 8 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 “pistes”
The letters in “pistes” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: spites, stipes.