How many syllables in “donnishly”?
syllables in "donnishly"
Word details
Syllables
3
don · nis · hly
Letters
9
d · o · n · n · i · s · h · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “donnishly”
The word “donnishly” contains 3 syllables, divided as don · nis · hly. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "donnishly" have?
"donnishly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "donnishly" into syllables?
"donnishly" is divided into syllables as: don · nis · hly.
What is the Scrabble score for "donnishly"?
The Scrabble score for "donnishly" is 16 points.
Using “donnishly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "donnishly" (don · nis · hly) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “donnishly” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.