How many syllables in “dallied”?
syllables in "dallied"
Word details
Syllables
2
dal · lied
Letters
7
d · a · l · l · i · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “dallied”
The word “dallied” contains 2 syllables, divided as dal · lied. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dallied" have?
"dallied" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dallied" into syllables?
"dallied" is divided into syllables as: dal · lied.
What is the Scrabble score for "dallied"?
The Scrabble score for "dallied" is 9 points.
Using “dallied” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dallied" (dal · lied) 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, “dallied” 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 “dallied”
The letters in “dallied” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dialled.