How many syllables in “withy”?
syllables in "withy"
Word details
Syllables
2
wit · hy
Letters
5
w · i · t · h · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “withy”
The word “withy” contains 2 syllables, divided as wit · hy. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "withy" have?
"withy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "withy" into syllables?
"withy" is divided into syllables as: wit · hy.
What is the Scrabble score for "withy"?
The Scrabble score for "withy" is 14 points.
Using “withy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "withy" (wit · hy) 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, “withy” is worth 14 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 “withy”
The letters in “withy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: whity.