How many syllables in “psaltries”?
syllables in "psaltries"
Word details
Syllables
2
psal · tries
Letters
9
p · s · a · l · t · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “psaltries”
The word “psaltries” contains 2 syllables, divided as psal · tries. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "psaltries" have?
"psaltries" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "psaltries" into syllables?
"psaltries" is divided into syllables as: psal · tries.
What is the Scrabble score for "psaltries"?
The Scrabble score for "psaltries" is 11 points.
Using “psaltries” in writing
Two-syllable words like "psaltries" (psal · tries) 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, “psaltries” 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 “psaltries”
The letters in “psaltries” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: pilasters, plaisters.