How many syllables in “economy”?
syllables in "economy"
Word details
Syllables
4
e · co · no · my
Letters
7
e · c · o · n · o · m · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “economy”
The word “economy” contains 4 syllables, divided as e · co · no · my. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "economy" have?
"economy" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "economy" into syllables?
"economy" is divided into syllables as: e · co · no · my.
What is the Scrabble score for "economy"?
The Scrabble score for "economy" is 14 points.
Using “economy” in writing
Four-syllable words like "economy" (e · co · no · my) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “economy” is worth 14 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 “economy”
The letters in “economy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: monoecy.