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How many syllables in “soldiery”?

3

syllables in "soldiery"

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Word details

Syllables

3

sol · die · ry

Letters

8

s · o · l · d · i · e · r · y

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
o1
l1
d2
i1
e1
r1
y4

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About the word “soldiery

The word soldiery contains 3 syllables, divided as sol · die · ry. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "soldiery" have?

"soldiery" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "soldiery" into syllables?

"soldiery" is divided into syllables as: sol · die · ry.

What is the Scrabble score for "soldiery"?

The Scrabble score for "soldiery" is 12 points.

Using “soldiery” in writing

Three-syllable words like "soldiery" (sol · die · ry) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, soldiery 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.

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