How many syllables in “rares”?
syllables in "rares"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · res
Letters
5
r · a · r · e · s
Scrabble
5
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About the word “rares”
The word “rares” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · res. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rares" have?
"rares" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rares" into syllables?
"rares" is divided into syllables as: ra · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "rares"?
The Scrabble score for "rares" is 5 points.
Using “rares” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rares" (ra · res) 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, “rares” is worth 5 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 “rares”
The letters in “rares” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: raser, rears.