How many syllables in “rykes”?
syllables in "rykes"
Word details
Syllables
2
ry · kes
Letters
5
r · y · k · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “rykes”
The word “rykes” contains 2 syllables, divided as ry · kes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rykes" have?
"rykes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rykes" into syllables?
"rykes" is divided into syllables as: ry · kes.
What is the Scrabble score for "rykes"?
The Scrabble score for "rykes" is 12 points.
Using “rykes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rykes" (ry · kes) 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, “rykes” is worth 12 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 “rykes”
The letters in “rykes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: yerks.