How many syllables in “weird”?
syllable in "weird"
Word details
Syllables
1
weird
Letters
5
w · e · i · r · d
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “weird”
The word “weird” contains 1 syllable, divided as weird. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "weird" have?
"weird" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "weird" into syllables?
"weird" is divided into syllables as: weird.
What is the Scrabble score for "weird"?
The Scrabble score for "weird" is 9 points.
Using “weird” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "weird" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “weird” is worth 9 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 “weird”
The letters in “weird” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: wider, wired, wried.