How many syllables in “strobes”?
syllables in "strobes"
Word details
Syllables
2
stro · bes
Letters
7
s · t · r · o · b · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “strobes”
The word “strobes” contains 2 syllables, divided as stro · bes. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "strobes" have?
"strobes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "strobes" into syllables?
"strobes" is divided into syllables as: stro · bes.
What is the Scrabble score for "strobes"?
The Scrabble score for "strobes" is 9 points.
Using “strobes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "strobes" (stro · bes) 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, “strobes” 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 “strobes”
The letters in “strobes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sorbets.