How many syllables in “miry”?
syllables in "miry"
Word details
Syllables
2
mi · ry
Letters
4
m · i · r · y
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “miry”
The word “miry” contains 2 syllables, divided as mi · ry. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "miry" have?
"miry" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "miry" into syllables?
"miry" is divided into syllables as: mi · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "miry"?
The Scrabble score for "miry" is 9 points.
Using “miry” in writing
Two-syllable words like "miry" (mi · ry) 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, “miry” is worth 9 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 “miry”
The letters in “miry” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rimy.