How many syllables in “dairy”?
syllables in "dairy"
Word details
Syllables
2
dai · ry
Letters
5
d · a · i · r · y
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “dairy”
The word “dairy” contains 2 syllables, divided as dai · ry. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dairy" have?
"dairy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dairy" into syllables?
"dairy" is divided into syllables as: dai · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "dairy"?
The Scrabble score for "dairy" is 9 points.
Using “dairy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dairy" (dai · 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, “dairy” 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 “dairy”
The letters in “dairy” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: diary, yaird.