How many syllables in “styles”?
syllables in "styles"
Word details
Syllables
2
sty · les
Letters
6
s · t · y · l · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “styles”
The word “styles” contains 2 syllables, divided as sty · les. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "styles" have?
"styles" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "styles" into syllables?
"styles" is divided into syllables as: sty · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "styles"?
The Scrabble score for "styles" is 9 points.
Using “styles” in writing
Two-syllable words like "styles" (sty · les) 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, “styles” 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 “styles”
The letters in “styles” can be rearranged to spell one other word: slyest.