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How many syllables in “sources”?

2

syllables in "sources"

sources
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Word details

Syllables

2

sour · ces

Letters

7

s · o · u · r · c · e · s

Scrabble

9

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

s1
o1
u1
r1
c3
e1
s1

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About the word “sources

The word sources contains 2 syllables, divided as sour · ces. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "sources" have?

"sources" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "sources" into syllables?

"sources" is divided into syllables as: sour · ces.

What is the Scrabble score for "sources"?

The Scrabble score for "sources" is 9 points.

Using “sources” in writing

Two-syllable words like "sources" (sour · ces) 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, sources 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 “sources

The letters in sources can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: courses, sucrose.

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