How many syllables in “wares”?
syllables in "wares"
Word details
Syllables
2
wa · res
Letters
5
w · a · r · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “wares”
The word “wares” contains 2 syllables, divided as wa · res. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wares" have?
"wares" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wares" into syllables?
"wares" is divided into syllables as: wa · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "wares"?
The Scrabble score for "wares" is 8 points.
Using “wares” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wares" (wa · res) 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, “wares” 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 “wares”
The letters in “wares” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: resaw, sawer, sewar, sware, swear, wears.