How many syllables in “ashtray”?
syllables in "ashtray"
Word details
Syllables
2
ash · tray
Letters
7
a · s · h · t · r · a · y
Scrabble
13
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “ashtray”
The word “ashtray” contains 2 syllables, divided as ash · tray. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ashtray" have?
"ashtray" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ashtray" into syllables?
"ashtray" is divided into syllables as: ash · tray.
What is the Scrabble score for "ashtray"?
The Scrabble score for "ashtray" is 13 points.
Using “ashtray” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ashtray" (ash · tray) 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, “ashtray” is worth 13 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.