How many syllables in “wanes”?
syllables in "wanes"
Word details
Syllables
2
wa · nes
Letters
5
w · a · n · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “wanes”
The word “wanes” contains 2 syllables, divided as wa · nes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wanes" have?
"wanes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wanes" into syllables?
"wanes" is divided into syllables as: wa · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "wanes"?
The Scrabble score for "wanes" is 8 points.
Using “wanes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wanes" (wa · nes) 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, “wanes” 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 “wanes”
The letters in “wanes” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: sewan, weans.