How many syllables in “triremes”?
syllables in "triremes"
Word details
Syllables
3
tri · re · mes
Letters
8
t · r · i · r · e · m · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “triremes”
The word “triremes” contains 3 syllables, divided as tri · re · mes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "triremes" have?
"triremes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "triremes" into syllables?
"triremes" is divided into syllables as: tri · re · mes.
What is the Scrabble score for "triremes"?
The Scrabble score for "triremes" is 10 points.
Using “triremes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "triremes" (tri · re · mes) 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, “triremes” is worth 10 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 “triremes”
The letters in “triremes” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: merriest, miterers, rimester.