How many syllables in “rapes”?
syllables in "rapes"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · pes
Letters
5
r · a · p · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “rapes”
The word “rapes” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · pes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rapes" have?
"rapes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rapes" into syllables?
"rapes" is divided into syllables as: ra · pes.
What is the Scrabble score for "rapes"?
The Scrabble score for "rapes" is 7 points.
Using “rapes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rapes" (ra · pes) 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, “rapes” 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 “rapes”
The letters in “rapes” can be rearranged to spell 11 other words: apers, apres, asper, pares, parse, pears, and 5 more.