How many syllables in “churchly”?
syllables in "churchly"
Word details
Syllables
2
chur · chly
Letters
8
c · h · u · r · c · h · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “churchly”
The word “churchly” contains 2 syllables, divided as chur · chly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "churchly" have?
"churchly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "churchly" into syllables?
"churchly" is divided into syllables as: chur · chly.
What is the Scrabble score for "churchly"?
The Scrabble score for "churchly" is 21 points.
Using “churchly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "churchly" (chur · chly) 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, “churchly” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.