How many syllables in “badly”?
syllables in "badly"
Word details
Syllables
2
bad · ly
Letters
5
b · a · d · l · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “badly”
The word “badly” contains 2 syllables, divided as bad · ly. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "badly" have?
"badly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "badly" into syllables?
"badly" is divided into syllables as: bad · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "badly"?
The Scrabble score for "badly" is 11 points.
Using “badly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "badly" (bad · ly) 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, “badly” is worth 11 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 “badly”
The letters in “badly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: baldy.