How many syllables in “coly”?
syllables in "coly"
Word details
Syllables
2
co · ly
Letters
4
c · o · l · y
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “coly”
The word “coly” contains 2 syllables, divided as co · ly. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coly" have?
"coly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "coly" into syllables?
"coly" is divided into syllables as: co · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "coly"?
The Scrabble score for "coly" is 9 points.
Using “coly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "coly" (co · 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, “coly” is worth 9 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 “coly”
The letters in “coly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cloy.