How many syllables in “deeply”?
syllables in "deeply"
Word details
Syllables
2
dee · ply
Letters
6
d · e · e · p · l · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “deeply”
The word “deeply” contains 2 syllables, divided as dee · ply. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deeply" have?
"deeply" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deeply" into syllables?
"deeply" is divided into syllables as: dee · ply.
What is the Scrabble score for "deeply"?
The Scrabble score for "deeply" is 12 points.
Using “deeply” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deeply" (dee · ply) 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, “deeply” is worth 12 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 “deeply”
The letters in “deeply” can be rearranged to spell one other word: yelped.