How many syllables in “rallies”?
syllables in "rallies"
Word details
Syllables
2
ral · lies
Letters
7
r · a · l · l · i · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “rallies”
The word “rallies” contains 2 syllables, divided as ral · lies. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rallies" have?
"rallies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rallies" into syllables?
"rallies" is divided into syllables as: ral · lies.
What is the Scrabble score for "rallies"?
The Scrabble score for "rallies" is 7 points.
Using “rallies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rallies" (ral · lies) 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, “rallies” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “rallies”
The letters in “rallies” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sallier.