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