How many syllables in “sources”?
syllables in "sources"
Word details
Syllables
2
sour · ces
Letters
7
s · o · u · r · c · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
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.