How many syllables in “army”?
syllables in "army"
Word details
Syllables
2
ar · my
Letters
4
a · r · m · y
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “army”
The word “army” contains 2 syllables, divided as ar · my. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "army" have?
"army" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "army" into syllables?
"army" is divided into syllables as: ar · my.
What is the Scrabble score for "army"?
The Scrabble score for "army" is 9 points.
Using “army” in writing
Two-syllable words like "army" (ar · my) 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, “army” 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.