How many syllables in “raphes”?
syllables in "raphes"
Word details
Syllables
2
rap · hes
Letters
6
r · a · p · h · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “raphes”
The word “raphes” contains 2 syllables, divided as rap · hes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "raphes" have?
"raphes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "raphes" into syllables?
"raphes" is divided into syllables as: rap · hes.
What is the Scrabble score for "raphes"?
The Scrabble score for "raphes" is 11 points.
Using “raphes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "raphes" (rap · hes) 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, “raphes” is worth 11 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 “raphes”
The letters in “raphes” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: phrase, seraph, shaper, sherpa.