How many syllables in “wholes”?
syllables in "wholes"
Word details
Syllables
2
who · les
Letters
6
w · h · o · l · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “wholes”
The word “wholes” contains 2 syllables, divided as who · les. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wholes" have?
"wholes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wholes" into syllables?
"wholes" is divided into syllables as: who · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "wholes"?
The Scrabble score for "wholes" is 12 points.
Using “wholes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wholes" (who · les) 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, “wholes” 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.