How many syllables in “drier”?
syllable in "drier"
Word details
Syllables
1
drier
Letters
5
d · r · i · e · r
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “drier”
The word “drier” contains 1 syllable, divided as drier. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drier" have?
"drier" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "drier" into syllables?
"drier" is divided into syllables as: drier.
What is the Scrabble score for "drier"?
The Scrabble score for "drier" is 6 points.
Using “drier” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "drier" 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, “drier” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “drier”
The letters in “drier” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: direr, rider.