How many syllables in “bleary”?
syllables in "bleary"
Word details
Syllables
2
blea · ry
Letters
6
b · l · e · a · r · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “bleary”
The word “bleary” contains 2 syllables, divided as blea · ry. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bleary" have?
"bleary" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bleary" into syllables?
"bleary" is divided into syllables as: blea · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "bleary"?
The Scrabble score for "bleary" is 11 points.
Using “bleary” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bleary" (blea · ry) 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, “bleary” is worth 11 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 “bleary”
The letters in “bleary” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: barely, barley.