How many syllables in “espied”?
syllables in "espied"
Word details
Syllables
2
e · spied
Letters
6
e · s · p · i · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “espied”
The word “espied” contains 2 syllables, divided as e · spied. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "espied" have?
"espied" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "espied" into syllables?
"espied" is divided into syllables as: e · spied.
What is the Scrabble score for "espied"?
The Scrabble score for "espied" is 9 points.
Using “espied” in writing
Two-syllable words like "espied" (e · spied) 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, “espied” is worth 9 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 “espied”
The letters in “espied” can be rearranged to spell one other word: peised.