How many syllables in “dinkly”?
syllables in "dinkly"
Word details
Syllables
2
din · kly
Letters
6
d · i · n · k · l · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “dinkly”
The word “dinkly” contains 2 syllables, divided as din · kly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dinkly" have?
"dinkly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dinkly" into syllables?
"dinkly" is divided into syllables as: din · kly.
What is the Scrabble score for "dinkly"?
The Scrabble score for "dinkly" is 14 points.
Using “dinkly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dinkly" (din · kly) 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, “dinkly” is worth 14 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 “dinkly”
The letters in “dinkly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: kindly.