How many syllables in “espying”?
syllables in "espying"
Word details
Syllables
2
e · spying
Letters
7
e · s · p · y · i · n · g
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “espying”
The word “espying” contains 2 syllables, divided as e · spying. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "espying" have?
"espying" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "espying" into syllables?
"espying" is divided into syllables as: e · spying.
What is the Scrabble score for "espying"?
The Scrabble score for "espying" is 13 points.
Using “espying” in writing
Two-syllable words like "espying" (e · spying) 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, “espying” 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.
Anagrams of “espying”
The letters in “espying” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pigsney.