How many syllables in “ranges”?
syllables in "ranges"
Word details
Syllables
2
ran · ges
Letters
6
r · a · n · g · e · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “ranges”
The word “ranges” contains 2 syllables, divided as ran · ges. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ranges" have?
"ranges" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ranges" into syllables?
"ranges" is divided into syllables as: ran · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "ranges"?
The Scrabble score for "ranges" is 7 points.
Using “ranges” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ranges" (ran · ges) 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, “ranges” 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 “ranges”
The letters in “ranges” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: angers, sanger.