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How many syllables in “wryness”?

2

syllables in "wryness"

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Word details

Syllables

2

wry · ness

Letters

7

w · r · y · n · e · s · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

w4
r1
y4
n1
e1
s1
s1

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About the word “wryness

The word wryness contains 2 syllables, divided as wry · ness. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "wryness" have?

"wryness" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "wryness" into syllables?

"wryness" is divided into syllables as: wry · ness.

What is the Scrabble score for "wryness"?

The Scrabble score for "wryness" is 13 points.

Using “wryness” in writing

Two-syllable words like "wryness" (wry · ness) 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, wryness 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.

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