How many syllables in “dilly”?
syllables in "dilly"
Word details
Syllables
2
dil · ly
Letters
5
d · i · l · l · y
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “dilly”
The word “dilly” contains 2 syllables, divided as dil · ly. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dilly" have?
"dilly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dilly" into syllables?
"dilly" is divided into syllables as: dil · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "dilly"?
The Scrabble score for "dilly" is 9 points.
Using “dilly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dilly" (dil · 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, “dilly” 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 “dilly”
The letters in “dilly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: idyll.