How many syllables in “spades”?
syllables in "spades"
Word details
Syllables
2
spa · des
Letters
6
s · p · a · d · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “spades”
The word “spades” contains 2 syllables, divided as spa · des. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spades" have?
"spades" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "spades" into syllables?
"spades" is divided into syllables as: spa · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "spades"?
The Scrabble score for "spades" is 9 points.
Using “spades” in writing
Two-syllable words like "spades" (spa · 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, “spades” 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 “spades”
The letters in “spades” can be rearranged to spell one other word: passed.