How many syllables in “raises”?
syllable in "raises"
Word details
Syllables
1
raises
Letters
6
r · a · i · s · e · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “raises”
The word “raises” contains 1 syllable, divided as raises. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "raises" have?
"raises" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "raises" into syllables?
"raises" is divided into syllables as: raises.
What is the Scrabble score for "raises"?
The Scrabble score for "raises" is 6 points.
Using “raises” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "raises" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “raises” is worth 6 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 “raises”
The letters in “raises” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: arises, serais.