How many syllables in “topes”?
syllables in "topes"
Word details
Syllables
2
to · pes
Letters
5
t · o · p · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “topes”
The word “topes” contains 2 syllables, divided as to · pes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "topes" have?
"topes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "topes" into syllables?
"topes" is divided into syllables as: to · pes.
What is the Scrabble score for "topes"?
The Scrabble score for "topes" is 7 points.
Using “topes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "topes" (to · pes) 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, “topes” 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 “topes”
The letters in “topes” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: estop, pesto, poets, stope.