How many syllables in “blushingly”?
syllables in "blushingly"
Word details
Syllables
3
blus · hin · gly
Letters
10
b · l · u · s · h · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “blushingly”
The word “blushingly” contains 3 syllables, divided as blus · hin · gly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blushingly" have?
"blushingly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blushingly" into syllables?
"blushingly" is divided into syllables as: blus · hin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "blushingly"?
The Scrabble score for "blushingly" is 19 points.
Using “blushingly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blushingly" (blus · hin · gly) 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, “blushingly” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.