How many syllables in “sharpie”?
syllables in "sharpie"
Word details
Syllables
2
shar · pie
Letters
7
s · h · a · r · p · i · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “sharpie”
The word “sharpie” contains 2 syllables, divided as shar · pie. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sharpie" have?
"sharpie" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sharpie" into syllables?
"sharpie" is divided into syllables as: shar · pie.
What is the Scrabble score for "sharpie"?
The Scrabble score for "sharpie" is 12 points.
Using “sharpie” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sharpie" (shar · pie) 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, “sharpie” is worth 12 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 “sharpie”
The letters in “sharpie” can be rearranged to spell one other word: harpies.