How many syllables in “ribbons”?
syllables in "ribbons"
Word details
Syllables
2
rib · bons
Letters
7
r · i · b · b · o · n · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “ribbons”
The word “ribbons” contains 2 syllables, divided as rib · bons. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ribbons" have?
"ribbons" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ribbons" into syllables?
"ribbons" is divided into syllables as: rib · bons.
What is the Scrabble score for "ribbons"?
The Scrabble score for "ribbons" is 11 points.
Using “ribbons” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ribbons" (rib · bons) 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, “ribbons” is worth 11 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 “ribbons”
The letters in “ribbons” can be rearranged to spell one other word: robbins.