How many syllables in “rapids”?
syllables in "rapids"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · pids
Letters
6
r · a · p · i · d · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “rapids”
The word “rapids” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · pids. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rapids" have?
"rapids" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rapids" into syllables?
"rapids" is divided into syllables as: ra · pids.
What is the Scrabble score for "rapids"?
The Scrabble score for "rapids" is 9 points.
Using “rapids” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rapids" (ra · pids) 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, “rapids” is worth 9 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 “rapids”
The letters in “rapids” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sparid.