How many syllables in “stones”?
syllables in "stones"
Word details
Syllables
2
sto · nes
Letters
6
s · t · o · n · e · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “stones”
The word “stones” contains 2 syllables, divided as sto · nes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stones" have?
"stones" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stones" into syllables?
"stones" is divided into syllables as: sto · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "stones"?
The Scrabble score for "stones" is 6 points.
Using “stones” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stones" (sto · nes) 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, “stones” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “stones”
The letters in “stones” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: onsets, setons, stenos.