How many syllables in “stingray”?
syllables in "stingray"
Word details
Syllables
2
stin · gray
Letters
8
s · t · i · n · g · r · a · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “stingray”
The word “stingray” contains 2 syllables, divided as stin · gray. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stingray" have?
"stingray" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stingray" into syllables?
"stingray" is divided into syllables as: stin · gray.
What is the Scrabble score for "stingray"?
The Scrabble score for "stingray" is 12 points.
Using “stingray” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stingray" (stin · gray) 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, “stingray” 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 “stingray”
The letters in “stingray” can be rearranged to spell one other word: straying.