How many syllables in “cloy”?
syllable in "cloy"
Word details
Syllables
1
cloy
Letters
4
c · l · o · y
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “cloy”
The word “cloy” contains 1 syllable, divided as cloy. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cloy" have?
"cloy" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cloy" into syllables?
"cloy" is divided into syllables as: cloy.
What is the Scrabble score for "cloy"?
The Scrabble score for "cloy" is 9 points.
Using “cloy” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cloy" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cloy” 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.
Anagrams of “cloy”
The letters in “cloy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coly.