How many syllables in “adroitly”?
syllables in "adroitly"
Word details
Syllables
3
a · droit · ly
Letters
8
a · d · r · o · i · t · l · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “adroitly”
The word “adroitly” contains 3 syllables, divided as a · droit · ly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adroitly" have?
"adroitly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "adroitly" into syllables?
"adroitly" is divided into syllables as: a · droit · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "adroitly"?
The Scrabble score for "adroitly" is 12 points.
Using “adroitly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "adroitly" (a · droit · ly) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “adroitly” is worth 12 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 “adroitly”
The letters in “adroitly” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dilatory, idolatry.