How many syllables in “riddles”?
syllables in "riddles"
Word details
Syllables
2
rid · dles
Letters
7
r · i · d · d · l · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “riddles”
The word “riddles” contains 2 syllables, divided as rid · dles. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "riddles" have?
"riddles" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "riddles" into syllables?
"riddles" is divided into syllables as: rid · dles.
What is the Scrabble score for "riddles"?
The Scrabble score for "riddles" is 9 points.
Using “riddles” in writing
Two-syllable words like "riddles" (rid · dles) 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, “riddles” 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 “riddles”
The letters in “riddles” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dreidls.