How many syllables in “warty”?
syllables in "warty"
Word details
Syllables
2
war · ty
Letters
5
w · a · r · t · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “warty”
The word “warty” contains 2 syllables, divided as war · ty. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "warty" have?
"warty" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "warty" into syllables?
"warty" is divided into syllables as: war · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "warty"?
The Scrabble score for "warty" is 11 points.
Using “warty” in writing
Two-syllable words like "warty" (war · ty) 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, “warty” 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.