How many syllables in “whines”?
syllables in "whines"
Word details
Syllables
2
whi · nes
Letters
6
w · h · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “whines”
The word “whines” contains 2 syllables, divided as whi · nes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "whines" have?
"whines" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "whines" into syllables?
"whines" is divided into syllables as: whi · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "whines"?
The Scrabble score for "whines" is 12 points.
Using “whines” in writing
Two-syllable words like "whines" (whi · 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, “whines” is worth 12 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 “whines”
The letters in “whines” can be rearranged to spell one other word: newish.