How many syllables in “wines”?
syllables in "wines"
Word details
Syllables
2
wi · nes
Letters
5
w · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “wines”
The word “wines” contains 2 syllables, divided as wi · nes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wines" have?
"wines" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wines" into syllables?
"wines" is divided into syllables as: wi · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "wines"?
The Scrabble score for "wines" is 8 points.
Using “wines” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wines" (wi · 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, “wines” 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 “wines”
The letters in “wines” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: sinew, swine.