How many syllables in “robes”?
syllables in "robes"
Word details
Syllables
2
ro · bes
Letters
5
r · o · b · e · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “robes”
The word “robes” contains 2 syllables, divided as ro · bes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "robes" have?
"robes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "robes" into syllables?
"robes" is divided into syllables as: ro · bes.
What is the Scrabble score for "robes"?
The Scrabble score for "robes" is 7 points.
Using “robes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "robes" (ro · bes) 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, “robes” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “robes”
The letters in “robes” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: bores, brose, sober.