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How many syllables in “every”?

3

syllables in "every"

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Word details

Syllables

3

e · ve · ry

Letters

5

e · v · e · r · y

Scrabble

11

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

e1
v4
e1
r1
y4

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About the word “every

The word every contains 3 syllables, divided as e · ve · ry. It has 5 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "every" have?

"every" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "every" into syllables?

"every" is divided into syllables as: e · ve · ry.

What is the Scrabble score for "every"?

The Scrabble score for "every" is 11 points.

Using “every” in writing

Three-syllable words like "every" (e · ve · ry) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, every is worth 11 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 “every

The letters in every can be rearranged to spell one other word: veery.

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