How many syllables in “ukes”?
syllables in "ukes"
Word details
Syllables
2
u · kes
Letters
4
u · k · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “ukes”
The word “ukes” contains 2 syllables, divided as u · kes. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ukes" have?
"ukes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ukes" into syllables?
"ukes" is divided into syllables as: u · kes.
What is the Scrabble score for "ukes"?
The Scrabble score for "ukes" is 8 points.
Using “ukes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ukes" (u · kes) 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, “ukes” 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 “ukes”
The letters in “ukes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: kues.