How many syllables in “upraises”?
syllables in "upraises"
Word details
Syllables
2
upra · ises
Letters
8
u · p · r · a · i · s · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “upraises”
The word “upraises” contains 2 syllables, divided as upra · ises. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "upraises" have?
"upraises" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "upraises" into syllables?
"upraises" is divided into syllables as: upra · ises.
What is the Scrabble score for "upraises"?
The Scrabble score for "upraises" is 10 points.
Using “upraises” in writing
Two-syllable words like "upraises" (upra · ises) 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, “upraises” 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.