How many syllables in “amply”?
syllables in "amply"
Word details
Syllables
2
am · ply
Letters
5
a · m · p · l · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “amply”
The word “amply” contains 2 syllables, divided as am · ply. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amply" have?
"amply" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "amply" into syllables?
"amply" is divided into syllables as: am · ply.
What is the Scrabble score for "amply"?
The Scrabble score for "amply" is 12 points.
Using “amply” in writing
Two-syllable words like "amply" (am · ply) 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, “amply” 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 “amply”
The letters in “amply” can be rearranged to spell one other word: palmy.