How many syllables in “snaky”?
syllables in "snaky"
Word details
Syllables
2
sna · ky
Letters
5
s · n · a · k · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “snaky”
The word “snaky” contains 2 syllables, divided as sna · ky. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "snaky" have?
"snaky" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "snaky" into syllables?
"snaky" is divided into syllables as: sna · ky.
What is the Scrabble score for "snaky"?
The Scrabble score for "snaky" is 12 points.
Using “snaky” in writing
Two-syllable words like "snaky" (sna · ky) 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, “snaky” 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 “snaky”
The letters in “snaky” can be rearranged to spell one other word: yanks.