How many syllables in “snakey”?
syllables in "snakey"
Word details
Syllables
2
sna · key
Letters
6
s · n · a · k · e · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “snakey”
The word “snakey” contains 2 syllables, divided as sna · key. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "snakey" have?
"snakey" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "snakey" into syllables?
"snakey" is divided into syllables as: sna · key.
What is the Scrabble score for "snakey"?
The Scrabble score for "snakey" is 13 points.
Using “snakey” in writing
Two-syllable words like "snakey" (sna · key) 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, “snakey” is worth 13 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 “snakey”
The letters in “snakey” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sneaky.