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