How many syllables in “veery”?
syllables in "veery"
Word details
Syllables
2
vee · ry
Letters
5
v · e · e · r · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “veery”
The word “veery” contains 2 syllables, divided as vee · ry. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "veery" have?
"veery" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "veery" into syllables?
"veery" is divided into syllables as: vee · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "veery"?
The Scrabble score for "veery" is 11 points.
Using “veery” in writing
Two-syllable words like "veery" (vee · 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, “veery” is worth 11 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 “veery”
The letters in “veery” can be rearranged to spell one other word: every.