How many syllables in “sipes”?
syllables in "sipes"
Word details
Syllables
2
si · pes
Letters
5
s · i · p · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “sipes”
The word “sipes” contains 2 syllables, divided as si · pes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sipes" have?
"sipes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sipes" into syllables?
"sipes" is divided into syllables as: si · pes.
What is the Scrabble score for "sipes"?
The Scrabble score for "sipes" is 7 points.
Using “sipes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sipes" (si · pes) 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, “sipes” is worth 7 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 “sipes”
The letters in “sipes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: spies.