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