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