How many syllables in “ribbon”?
syllables in "ribbon"
Word details
Syllables
2
rib · bon
Letters
6
r · i · b · b · o · n
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “ribbon”
The word “ribbon” contains 2 syllables, divided as rib · bon. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ribbon" have?
"ribbon" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ribbon" into syllables?
"ribbon" is divided into syllables as: rib · bon.
What is the Scrabble score for "ribbon"?
The Scrabble score for "ribbon" is 10 points.
Using “ribbon” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ribbon" (rib · bon) 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, “ribbon” is worth 10 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 “ribbon”
The letters in “ribbon” can be rearranged to spell one other word: robbin.