How many syllables in “story”?
syllables in "story"
Word details
Syllables
2
sto · ry
Letters
5
s · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “story”
The word “story” contains 2 syllables, divided as sto · ry. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "story" have?
"story" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "story" into syllables?
"story" is divided into syllables as: sto · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "story"?
The Scrabble score for "story" is 8 points.
Using “story” in writing
Two-syllable words like "story" (sto · ry) 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, “story” is worth 8 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 “story”
The letters in “story” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: ryots, stroy, troys, tyros.