How many syllables in “party”?
syllables in "party"
Word details
Syllables
2
par · ty
Letters
5
p · a · r · t · y
Scrabble
10
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “party”
The word “party” contains 2 syllables, divided as par · ty. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "party" have?
"party" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "party" into syllables?
"party" is divided into syllables as: par · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "party"?
The Scrabble score for "party" is 10 points.
Using “party” in writing
Two-syllable words like "party" (par · ty) 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, “party” is worth 10 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.