How many syllables in “symmetries”?
syllables in "symmetries"
Word details
Syllables
3
sym · me · tries
Letters
10
s · y · m · m · e · t · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “symmetries”
The word “symmetries” contains 3 syllables, divided as sym · me · tries. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "symmetries" have?
"symmetries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "symmetries" into syllables?
"symmetries" is divided into syllables as: sym · me · tries.
What is the Scrabble score for "symmetries"?
The Scrabble score for "symmetries" is 17 points.
Using “symmetries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "symmetries" (sym · me · tries) 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, “symmetries” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.