How many syllables in “quartes”?
syllables in "quartes"
Word details
Syllables
2
quar · tes
Letters
7
q · u · a · r · t · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “quartes”
The word “quartes” contains 2 syllables, divided as quar · tes. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quartes" have?
"quartes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "quartes" into syllables?
"quartes" is divided into syllables as: quar · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "quartes"?
The Scrabble score for "quartes" is 16 points.
Using “quartes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "quartes" (quar · tes) 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, “quartes” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “quartes”
The letters in “quartes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: quatres.