How many syllables in “dries”?
syllable in "dries"
Word details
Syllables
1
dries
Letters
5
d · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “dries”
The word “dries” contains 1 syllable, divided as dries. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dries" have?
"dries" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "dries" into syllables?
"dries" is divided into syllables as: dries.
What is the Scrabble score for "dries"?
The Scrabble score for "dries" is 6 points.
Using “dries” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "dries" 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, “dries” 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 “dries”
The letters in “dries” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: resid, rides, sired.