How many syllables in “yores”?
syllables in "yores"
Word details
Syllables
2
yo · res
Letters
5
y · o · r · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “yores”
The word “yores” contains 2 syllables, divided as yo · res. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "yores" have?
"yores" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "yores" into syllables?
"yores" is divided into syllables as: yo · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "yores"?
The Scrabble score for "yores" is 8 points.
Using “yores” in writing
Two-syllable words like "yores" (yo · 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, “yores” 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 “yores”
The letters in “yores” can be rearranged to spell one other word: oyers.