How many syllables in “wary”?
syllables in "wary"
Word details
Syllables
2
wa · ry
Letters
4
w · a · r · y
Scrabble
10
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “wary”
The word “wary” contains 2 syllables, divided as wa · ry. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wary" have?
"wary" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wary" into syllables?
"wary" is divided into syllables as: wa · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "wary"?
The Scrabble score for "wary" is 10 points.
Using “wary” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wary" (wa · 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, “wary” is worth 10 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 “wary”
The letters in “wary” can be rearranged to spell one other word: awry.