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How many syllables in “drystone”?

2

syllables in "drystone"

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Word details

Syllables

2

drys · tone

Letters

8

d · r · y · s · t · o · n · e

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
r1
y4
s1
t1
o1
n1
e1

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About the word “drystone

The word drystone contains 2 syllables, divided as drys · tone. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "drystone" have?

"drystone" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "drystone" into syllables?

"drystone" is divided into syllables as: drys · tone.

What is the Scrabble score for "drystone"?

The Scrabble score for "drystone" is 12 points.

Using “drystone” in writing

Two-syllable words like "drystone" (drys · tone) 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, drystone is worth 12 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.

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