How many syllables in “vouvrays”?
syllables in "vouvrays"
Word details
Syllables
2
vouv · rays
Letters
8
v · o · u · v · r · a · y · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “vouvrays”
The word “vouvrays” contains 2 syllables, divided as vouv · rays. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vouvrays" have?
"vouvrays" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "vouvrays" into syllables?
"vouvrays" is divided into syllables as: vouv · rays.
What is the Scrabble score for "vouvrays"?
The Scrabble score for "vouvrays" is 17 points.
Using “vouvrays” in writing
Two-syllable words like "vouvrays" (vouv · rays) 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, “vouvrays” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.