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How many syllables in “sunshines”?

3

syllables in "sunshines"

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Word details

Syllables

3

sun · shi · nes

Letters

9

s · u · n · s · h · i · n · e · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
u1
n1
s1
h4
i1
n1
e1
s1

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About the word “sunshines

The word sunshines contains 3 syllables, divided as sun · shi · nes. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "sunshines" have?

"sunshines" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "sunshines" into syllables?

"sunshines" is divided into syllables as: sun · shi · nes.

What is the Scrabble score for "sunshines"?

The Scrabble score for "sunshines" is 12 points.

Using “sunshines” in writing

Three-syllable words like "sunshines" (sun · shi · nes) 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, sunshines is worth 12 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.

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