How many syllables in “employ”?
syllables in "employ"
Word details
Syllables
2
em · ploy
Letters
6
e · m · p · l · o · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “employ”
The word “employ” contains 2 syllables, divided as em · ploy. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "employ" have?
"employ" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "employ" into syllables?
"employ" is divided into syllables as: em · ploy.
What is the Scrabble score for "employ"?
The Scrabble score for "employ" is 13 points.
Using “employ” in writing
Two-syllable words like "employ" (em · ploy) 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, “employ” is worth 13 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.