How many syllables in “roles”?
syllables in "roles"
Word details
Syllables
2
ro · les
Letters
5
r · o · l · e · s
Scrabble
5
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About the word “roles”
The word “roles” contains 2 syllables, divided as ro · les. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "roles" have?
"roles" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "roles" into syllables?
"roles" is divided into syllables as: ro · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "roles"?
The Scrabble score for "roles" is 5 points.
Using “roles” in writing
Two-syllable words like "roles" (ro · les) 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, “roles” is worth 5 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 “roles”
The letters in “roles” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: lores, loser, orles, sorel.