How many syllables in “everybody”?
syllables in "everybody"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · ve · ry · bo · dy
Letters
9
e · v · e · r · y · b · o · d · y
Scrabble
21
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “everybody”
The word “everybody” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · ve · ry · bo · dy. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "everybody" have?
"everybody" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "everybody" into syllables?
"everybody" is divided into syllables as: e · ve · ry · bo · dy.
What is the Scrabble score for "everybody"?
The Scrabble score for "everybody" is 21 points.
Using “everybody” in writing
"everybody" (e · ve · ry · bo · dy) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “everybody” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.