How many syllables in “drama”?
syllables in "drama"
Word details
Syllables
2
dra · ma
Letters
5
d · r · a · m · a
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “drama”
The word “drama” contains 2 syllables, divided as dra · ma. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drama" have?
"drama" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "drama" into syllables?
"drama" is divided into syllables as: dra · ma.
What is the Scrabble score for "drama"?
The Scrabble score for "drama" is 8 points.
Using “drama” in writing
Two-syllable words like "drama" (dra · ma) 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, “drama” is worth 8 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 “drama”
The letters in “drama” can be rearranged to spell one other word: damar.