How many syllables in “quandaries”?
syllables in "quandaries"
Word details
Syllables
3
quan · da · ries
Letters
10
q · u · a · n · d · a · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “quandaries”
The word “quandaries” contains 3 syllables, divided as quan · da · ries. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "quandaries" have?
"quandaries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "quandaries" into syllables?
"quandaries" is divided into syllables as: quan · da · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "quandaries"?
The Scrabble score for "quandaries" is 20 points.
Using “quandaries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "quandaries" (quan · da · ries) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “quandaries” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.