How many syllables in “harried”?
syllables in "harried"
Word details
Syllables
2
har · ried
Letters
7
h · a · r · r · i · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “harried”
The word “harried” contains 2 syllables, divided as har · ried. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "harried" have?
"harried" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "harried" into syllables?
"harried" is divided into syllables as: har · ried.
What is the Scrabble score for "harried"?
The Scrabble score for "harried" is 11 points.
Using “harried” in writing
Two-syllable words like "harried" (har · ried) 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, “harried” 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 “harried”
The letters in “harried” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hardier.