How many syllables in “lady”?
syllables in "lady"
Word details
Syllables
2
la · dy
Letters
4
l · a · d · y
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “lady”
The word “lady” contains 2 syllables, divided as la · dy. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lady" have?
"lady" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lady" into syllables?
"lady" is divided into syllables as: la · dy.
What is the Scrabble score for "lady"?
The Scrabble score for "lady" is 8 points.
Using “lady” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lady" (la · 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, “lady” 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 “lady”
The letters in “lady” can be rearranged to spell one other word: yald.