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