How many syllables in “deafly”?
syllables in "deafly"
Word details
Syllables
2
dea · fly
Letters
6
d · e · a · f · l · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “deafly”
The word “deafly” contains 2 syllables, divided as dea · fly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deafly" have?
"deafly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deafly" into syllables?
"deafly" is divided into syllables as: dea · fly.
What is the Scrabble score for "deafly"?
The Scrabble score for "deafly" is 13 points.
Using “deafly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deafly" (dea · fly) 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, “deafly” is worth 13 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 “deafly”
The letters in “deafly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: flayed.