How many syllables in “storeys”?
syllables in "storeys"
Word details
Syllables
2
sto · reys
Letters
7
s · t · o · r · e · y · s
Scrabble
10
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “storeys”
The word “storeys” contains 2 syllables, divided as sto · reys. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "storeys" have?
"storeys" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "storeys" into syllables?
"storeys" is divided into syllables as: sto · reys.
What is the Scrabble score for "storeys"?
The Scrabble score for "storeys" is 10 points.
Using “storeys” in writing
Two-syllable words like "storeys" (sto · reys) 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, “storeys” 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 “storeys”
The letters in “storeys” can be rearranged to spell one other word: oysters.