How many syllables in “ratios”?
syllables in "ratios"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · tios
Letters
6
r · a · t · i · o · s
Scrabble
6
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About the word “ratios”
The word “ratios” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · tios. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ratios" have?
"ratios" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ratios" into syllables?
"ratios" is divided into syllables as: ra · tios.
What is the Scrabble score for "ratios"?
The Scrabble score for "ratios" is 6 points.
Using “ratios” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ratios" (ra · tios) 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, “ratios” is worth 6 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 “ratios”
The letters in “ratios” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: aorist, aristo, satori.