How many syllables in “resides”?
syllables in "resides"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · si · des
Letters
7
r · e · s · i · d · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “resides”
The word “resides” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · si · des. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "resides" have?
"resides" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "resides" into syllables?
"resides" is divided into syllables as: re · si · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "resides"?
The Scrabble score for "resides" is 8 points.
Using “resides” in writing
Three-syllable words like "resides" (re · si · des) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “resides” is worth 8 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 “resides”
The letters in “resides” can be rearranged to spell one other word: desires.