How many syllables in “summaries”?
syllables in "summaries"
Word details
Syllables
3
sum · ma · ries
Letters
9
s · u · m · m · a · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “summaries”
The word “summaries” contains 3 syllables, divided as sum · ma · ries. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "summaries" have?
"summaries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "summaries" into syllables?
"summaries" is divided into syllables as: sum · ma · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "summaries"?
The Scrabble score for "summaries" is 13 points.
Using “summaries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "summaries" (sum · ma · ries) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “summaries” is worth 13 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 “summaries”
The letters in “summaries” can be rearranged to spell one other word: summarise.