How many syllables in “residues”?
syllables in "residues"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · si · dues
Letters
8
r · e · s · i · d · u · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “residues”
The word “residues” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · si · dues. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "residues" have?
"residues" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "residues" into syllables?
"residues" is divided into syllables as: re · si · dues.
What is the Scrabble score for "residues"?
The Scrabble score for "residues" is 9 points.
Using “residues” in writing
Three-syllable words like "residues" (re · si · dues) 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, “residues” 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 “residues”
The letters in “residues” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: diureses, reissued.