How many syllables in “parleyed”?
syllables in "parleyed"
Word details
Syllables
2
par · leyed
Letters
8
p · a · r · l · e · y · e · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “parleyed”
The word “parleyed” contains 2 syllables, divided as par · leyed. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "parleyed" have?
"parleyed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "parleyed" into syllables?
"parleyed" is divided into syllables as: par · leyed.
What is the Scrabble score for "parleyed"?
The Scrabble score for "parleyed" is 14 points.
Using “parleyed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "parleyed" (par · leyed) 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, “parleyed” is worth 14 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 “parleyed”
The letters in “parleyed” can be rearranged to spell one other word: replayed.