How many syllables in “sikes”?
syllables in "sikes"
Word details
Syllables
2
si · kes
Letters
5
s · i · k · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “sikes”
The word “sikes” contains 2 syllables, divided as si · kes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sikes" have?
"sikes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sikes" into syllables?
"sikes" is divided into syllables as: si · kes.
What is the Scrabble score for "sikes"?
The Scrabble score for "sikes" is 9 points.
Using “sikes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sikes" (si · 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, “sikes” 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 “sikes”
The letters in “sikes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: skies.