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