How many syllables in “queries”?
syllables in "queries"
Word details
Syllables
2
que · ries
Letters
7
q · u · e · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “queries”
The word “queries” contains 2 syllables, divided as que · ries. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "queries" have?
"queries" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "queries" into syllables?
"queries" is divided into syllables as: que · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "queries"?
The Scrabble score for "queries" is 16 points.
Using “queries” in writing
Two-syllable words like "queries" (que · ries) 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, “queries” 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 “queries”
The letters in “queries” can be rearranged to spell one other word: esquire.