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