How many syllables in “rabies”?
syllables in "rabies"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · bies
Letters
6
r · a · b · i · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “rabies”
The word “rabies” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · bies. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rabies" have?
"rabies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rabies" into syllables?
"rabies" is divided into syllables as: ra · bies.
What is the Scrabble score for "rabies"?
The Scrabble score for "rabies" is 8 points.
Using “rabies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rabies" (ra · bies) 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, “rabies” is worth 8 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 “rabies”
The letters in “rabies” can be rearranged to spell one other word: braise.