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