How many syllables in “waspy”?
syllables in "waspy"
Word details
Syllables
2
wa · spy
Letters
5
w · a · s · p · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “waspy”
The word “waspy” contains 2 syllables, divided as wa · spy. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "waspy" have?
"waspy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "waspy" into syllables?
"waspy" is divided into syllables as: wa · spy.
What is the Scrabble score for "waspy"?
The Scrabble score for "waspy" is 13 points.
Using “waspy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "waspy" (wa · spy) 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, “waspy” 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.
Anagrams of “waspy”
The letters in “waspy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: yawps.