How many syllables in “scry”?
1
syllable in "scry"
scry
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Word details
Syllables
1
scry
Letters
4
s · c · r · y
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
s1
c3
r1
y4
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About the word “scry”
The word “scry” contains 1 syllable, divided as scry. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scry" have?
"scry" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "scry" into syllables?
"scry" is divided into syllables as: scry.
What is the Scrabble score for "scry"?
The Scrabble score for "scry" is 9 points.
Using “scry” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "scry" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “scry” 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.