How many syllables in “poultries”?
syllables in "poultries"
Word details
Syllables
2
poul · tries
Letters
9
p · o · u · l · t · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “poultries”
The word “poultries” contains 2 syllables, divided as poul · tries. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "poultries" have?
"poultries" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "poultries" into syllables?
"poultries" is divided into syllables as: poul · tries.
What is the Scrabble score for "poultries"?
The Scrabble score for "poultries" is 11 points.
Using “poultries” in writing
Two-syllable words like "poultries" (poul · tries) 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, “poultries” 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.