How many syllables in “shorties”?
syllables in "shorties"
Word details
Syllables
2
shor · ties
Letters
8
s · h · o · r · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “shorties”
The word “shorties” contains 2 syllables, divided as shor · ties. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shorties" have?
"shorties" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shorties" into syllables?
"shorties" is divided into syllables as: shor · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "shorties"?
The Scrabble score for "shorties" is 11 points.
Using “shorties” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shorties" (shor · ties) 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, “shorties” is worth 11 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 “shorties”
The letters in “shorties” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: hoisters, horsiest.