How many syllables in “staithes”?
syllables in "staithes"
Word details
Syllables
2
stait · hes
Letters
8
s · t · a · i · t · h · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “staithes”
The word “staithes” contains 2 syllables, divided as stait · hes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "staithes" have?
"staithes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "staithes" into syllables?
"staithes" is divided into syllables as: stait · hes.
What is the Scrabble score for "staithes"?
The Scrabble score for "staithes" is 11 points.
Using “staithes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "staithes" (stait · hes) 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, “staithes” is worth 11 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 “staithes”
The letters in “staithes” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: atheists, hastiest.