How many syllables in “shotes”?
syllables in "shotes"
Word details
Syllables
2
sho · tes
Letters
6
s · h · o · t · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “shotes”
The word “shotes” contains 2 syllables, divided as sho · tes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shotes" have?
"shotes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shotes" into syllables?
"shotes" is divided into syllables as: sho · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "shotes"?
The Scrabble score for "shotes" is 9 points.
Using “shotes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shotes" (sho · 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, “shotes” 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 “shotes”
The letters in “shotes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: toshes.