How many syllables in “ruby”?
syllables in "ruby"
Word details
Syllables
2
ru · by
Letters
4
r · u · b · y
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “ruby”
The word “ruby” contains 2 syllables, divided as ru · by. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ruby" have?
"ruby" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ruby" into syllables?
"ruby" is divided into syllables as: ru · by.
What is the Scrabble score for "ruby"?
The Scrabble score for "ruby" is 9 points.
Using “ruby” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ruby" (ru · by) 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, “ruby” is worth 9 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 “ruby”
The letters in “ruby” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bury.