How many syllables in “slides”?
syllables in "slides"
Word details
Syllables
2
sli · des
Letters
6
s · l · i · d · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “slides”
The word “slides” contains 2 syllables, divided as sli · des. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slides" have?
"slides" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "slides" into syllables?
"slides" is divided into syllables as: sli · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "slides"?
The Scrabble score for "slides" is 7 points.
Using “slides” in writing
Two-syllable words like "slides" (sli · des) 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, “slides” 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 “slides”
The letters in “slides” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sidles.