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