How many syllables in “grey”?
syllable in "grey"
Word details
Syllables
1
grey
Letters
4
g · r · e · y
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “grey”
The word “grey” contains 1 syllable, divided as grey. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grey" have?
"grey" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "grey" into syllables?
"grey" is divided into syllables as: grey.
What is the Scrabble score for "grey"?
The Scrabble score for "grey" is 8 points.
Using “grey” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "grey" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “grey” is worth 8 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 “grey”
The letters in “grey” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gyre.