How many syllables in “routes”?
syllables in "routes"
Word details
Syllables
2
rou · tes
Letters
6
r · o · u · t · e · s
Scrabble
6
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About the word “routes”
The word “routes” contains 2 syllables, divided as rou · tes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "routes" have?
"routes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "routes" into syllables?
"routes" is divided into syllables as: rou · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "routes"?
The Scrabble score for "routes" is 6 points.
Using “routes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "routes" (rou · tes) 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, “routes” is worth 6 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 “routes”
The letters in “routes” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: ouster, outers, souter, stoure.