How many syllables in “times”?
syllables in "times"
Word details
Syllables
2
ti · mes
Letters
5
t · i · m · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “times”
The word “times” contains 2 syllables, divided as ti · mes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "times" have?
"times" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "times" into syllables?
"times" is divided into syllables as: ti · mes.
What is the Scrabble score for "times"?
The Scrabble score for "times" is 7 points.
Using “times” in writing
Two-syllable words like "times" (ti · mes) 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, “times” 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 “times”
The letters in “times” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: emits, items, metis, mites, smite, stime.