How many syllables in “tabes”?
syllables in "tabes"
Word details
Syllables
2
ta · bes
Letters
5
t · a · b · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “tabes”
The word “tabes” contains 2 syllables, divided as ta · bes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tabes" have?
"tabes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tabes" into syllables?
"tabes" is divided into syllables as: ta · bes.
What is the Scrabble score for "tabes"?
The Scrabble score for "tabes" is 7 points.
Using “tabes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tabes" (ta · bes) 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, “tabes” is worth 7 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 “tabes”
The letters in “tabes” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: abets, baste, bates, beast, beats, betas.