How many syllables in “snipes”?
syllables in "snipes"
Word details
Syllables
2
sni · pes
Letters
6
s · n · i · p · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “snipes”
The word “snipes” contains 2 syllables, divided as sni · pes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "snipes" have?
"snipes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "snipes" into syllables?
"snipes" is divided into syllables as: sni · pes.
What is the Scrabble score for "snipes"?
The Scrabble score for "snipes" is 8 points.
Using “snipes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "snipes" (sni · 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, “snipes” is worth 8 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 “snipes”
The letters in “snipes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: spines.