How many syllables in “raunchy”?
syllables in "raunchy"
Word details
Syllables
2
raun · chy
Letters
7
r · a · u · n · c · h · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “raunchy”
The word “raunchy” contains 2 syllables, divided as raun · chy. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "raunchy" have?
"raunchy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "raunchy" into syllables?
"raunchy" is divided into syllables as: raun · chy.
What is the Scrabble score for "raunchy"?
The Scrabble score for "raunchy" is 15 points.
Using “raunchy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "raunchy" (raun · chy) 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, “raunchy” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “raunchy”
The letters in “raunchy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: unchary.