How many syllables in “breathily”?
syllables in "breathily"
Word details
Syllables
3
breat · hi · ly
Letters
9
b · r · e · a · t · h · i · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “breathily”
The word “breathily” contains 3 syllables, divided as breat · hi · ly. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "breathily" have?
"breathily" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "breathily" into syllables?
"breathily" is divided into syllables as: breat · hi · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "breathily"?
The Scrabble score for "breathily" is 17 points.
Using “breathily” in writing
Three-syllable words like "breathily" (breat · hi · 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, “breathily” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.