How many syllables in “cheery”?
syllables in "cheery"
Word details
Syllables
2
chee · ry
Letters
6
c · h · e · e · r · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “cheery”
The word “cheery” contains 2 syllables, divided as chee · ry. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cheery" have?
"cheery" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cheery" into syllables?
"cheery" is divided into syllables as: chee · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "cheery"?
The Scrabble score for "cheery" is 14 points.
Using “cheery” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cheery" (chee · 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, “cheery” is worth 14 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 “cheery”
The letters in “cheery” can be rearranged to spell one other word: reechy.