How many syllables in “sturdies”?
syllables in "sturdies"
Word details
Syllables
2
stur · dies
Letters
8
s · t · u · r · d · i · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “sturdies”
The word “sturdies” contains 2 syllables, divided as stur · dies. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sturdies" have?
"sturdies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sturdies" into syllables?
"sturdies" is divided into syllables as: stur · dies.
What is the Scrabble score for "sturdies"?
The Scrabble score for "sturdies" is 9 points.
Using “sturdies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sturdies" (stur · dies) 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, “sturdies” is worth 9 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 “sturdies”
The letters in “sturdies” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: diestrus, studiers.