How many syllables in “races”?
syllables in "races"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · ces
Letters
5
r · a · c · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “races”
The word “races” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · ces. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "races" have?
"races" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "races" into syllables?
"races" is divided into syllables as: ra · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "races"?
The Scrabble score for "races" is 7 points.
Using “races” in writing
Two-syllable words like "races" (ra · ces) 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, “races” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “races”
The letters in “races” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: acres, cares, carse, escar, scare, serac.