How many syllables in “espy”?
syllables in "espy"
Word details
Syllables
2
e · spy
Letters
4
e · s · p · y
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “espy”
The word “espy” contains 2 syllables, divided as e · spy. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "espy" have?
"espy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "espy" into syllables?
"espy" is divided into syllables as: e · spy.
What is the Scrabble score for "espy"?
The Scrabble score for "espy" is 9 points.
Using “espy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "espy" (e · spy) 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, “espy” 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 “espy”
The letters in “espy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pyes.