How many syllables in “wieldy”?
syllables in "wieldy"
Word details
Syllables
2
wiel · dy
Letters
6
w · i · e · l · d · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “wieldy”
The word “wieldy” contains 2 syllables, divided as wiel · dy. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wieldy" have?
"wieldy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wieldy" into syllables?
"wieldy" is divided into syllables as: wiel · dy.
What is the Scrabble score for "wieldy"?
The Scrabble score for "wieldy" is 13 points.
Using “wieldy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wieldy" (wiel · dy) 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, “wieldy” 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 “wieldy”
The letters in “wieldy” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dewily, widely.