How many syllables in “untried”?
syllables in "untried"
Word details
Syllables
2
un · tried
Letters
7
u · n · t · r · i · e · d
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “untried”
The word “untried” contains 2 syllables, divided as un · tried. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "untried" have?
"untried" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "untried" into syllables?
"untried" is divided into syllables as: un · tried.
What is the Scrabble score for "untried"?
The Scrabble score for "untried" is 8 points.
Using “untried” in writing
Two-syllable words like "untried" (un · tried) 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, “untried” 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 “untried”
The letters in “untried” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: intrude, turdine, untired.