How many syllables in “greedy”?
syllables in "greedy"
Word details
Syllables
2
gree · dy
Letters
6
g · r · e · e · d · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “greedy”
The word “greedy” contains 2 syllables, divided as gree · dy. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "greedy" have?
"greedy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "greedy" into syllables?
"greedy" is divided into syllables as: gree · dy.
What is the Scrabble score for "greedy"?
The Scrabble score for "greedy" is 11 points.
Using “greedy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "greedy" (gree · dy) 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, “greedy” 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 “greedy”
The letters in “greedy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: greyed.