How many syllables in “stingy”?
syllables in "stingy"
Word details
Syllables
2
stin · gy
Letters
6
s · t · i · n · g · y
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “stingy”
The word “stingy” contains 2 syllables, divided as stin · gy. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stingy" have?
"stingy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stingy" into syllables?
"stingy" is divided into syllables as: stin · gy.
What is the Scrabble score for "stingy"?
The Scrabble score for "stingy" is 10 points.
Using “stingy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stingy" (stin · gy) 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, “stingy” is worth 10 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 “stingy”
The letters in “stingy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: stying.