How many syllables in “tables”?
syllables in "tables"
Word details
Syllables
2
ta · bles
Letters
6
t · a · b · l · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “tables”
The word “tables” contains 2 syllables, divided as ta · bles. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tables" have?
"tables" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tables" into syllables?
"tables" is divided into syllables as: ta · bles.
What is the Scrabble score for "tables"?
The Scrabble score for "tables" is 8 points.
Using “tables” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tables" (ta · bles) 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, “tables” is worth 8 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 “tables”
The letters in “tables” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: ablest, bleats, stable.