How many syllables in “darkie”?
syllables in "darkie"
Word details
Syllables
2
dar · kie
Letters
6
d · a · r · k · i · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “darkie”
The word “darkie” contains 2 syllables, divided as dar · kie. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "darkie" have?
"darkie" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "darkie" into syllables?
"darkie" is divided into syllables as: dar · kie.
What is the Scrabble score for "darkie"?
The Scrabble score for "darkie" is 11 points.
Using “darkie” in writing
Two-syllable words like "darkie" (dar · kie) 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, “darkie” 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 “darkie”
The letters in “darkie” can be rearranged to spell one other word: daiker.