How many syllables in “yentes”?
syllables in "yentes"
Word details
Syllables
2
yen · tes
Letters
6
y · e · n · t · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “yentes”
The word “yentes” contains 2 syllables, divided as yen · tes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "yentes" have?
"yentes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "yentes" into syllables?
"yentes" is divided into syllables as: yen · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "yentes"?
The Scrabble score for "yentes" is 9 points.
Using “yentes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "yentes" (yen · 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, “yentes” is worth 9 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 “yentes”
The letters in “yentes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: teensy.