How many syllables in “valleys”?
syllables in "valleys"
Word details
Syllables
2
val · leys
Letters
7
v · a · l · l · e · y · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “valleys”
The word “valleys” contains 2 syllables, divided as val · leys. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "valleys" have?
"valleys" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "valleys" into syllables?
"valleys" is divided into syllables as: val · leys.
What is the Scrabble score for "valleys"?
The Scrabble score for "valleys" is 13 points.
Using “valleys” in writing
Two-syllable words like "valleys" (val · leys) 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, “valleys” is worth 13 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.