How many syllables in “pleases”?
syllable in "pleases"
Word details
Syllables
1
pleases
Letters
7
p · l · e · a · s · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “pleases”
The word “pleases” contains 1 syllable, divided as pleases. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pleases" have?
"pleases" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pleases" into syllables?
"pleases" is divided into syllables as: pleases.
What is the Scrabble score for "pleases"?
The Scrabble score for "pleases" is 9 points.
Using “pleases” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pleases" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “pleases” 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 “pleases”
The letters in “pleases” can be rearranged to spell one other word: elapses.