How many syllables in “harpies”?
syllables in "harpies"
Word details
Syllables
2
har · pies
Letters
7
h · a · r · p · i · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “harpies”
The word “harpies” contains 2 syllables, divided as har · pies. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "harpies" have?
"harpies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "harpies" into syllables?
"harpies" is divided into syllables as: har · pies.
What is the Scrabble score for "harpies"?
The Scrabble score for "harpies" is 12 points.
Using “harpies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "harpies" (har · pies) 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, “harpies” is worth 12 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 “harpies”
The letters in “harpies” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sharpie.