How many syllables in “sprites”?
syllables in "sprites"
Word details
Syllables
2
spri · tes
Letters
7
s · p · r · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “sprites”
The word “sprites” contains 2 syllables, divided as spri · tes. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sprites" have?
"sprites" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sprites" into syllables?
"sprites" is divided into syllables as: spri · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "sprites"?
The Scrabble score for "sprites" is 9 points.
Using “sprites” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sprites" (spri · tes) 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, “sprites” 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 “sprites”
The letters in “sprites” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: esprits, persist, priests, spriest, stirpes, stripes.