How many syllables in “ferrying”?
syllables in "ferrying"
Word details
Syllables
2
fer · rying
Letters
8
f · e · r · r · y · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “ferrying”
The word “ferrying” contains 2 syllables, divided as fer · rying. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ferrying" have?
"ferrying" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ferrying" into syllables?
"ferrying" is divided into syllables as: fer · rying.
What is the Scrabble score for "ferrying"?
The Scrabble score for "ferrying" is 15 points.
Using “ferrying” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ferrying" (fer · rying) 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, “ferrying” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “ferrying”
The letters in “ferrying” can be rearranged to spell one other word: refrying.