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