How many syllables in “drearily”?
syllables in "drearily"
Word details
Syllables
3
drea · ri · ly
Letters
8
d · r · e · a · r · i · l · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “drearily”
The word “drearily” contains 3 syllables, divided as drea · ri · ly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drearily" have?
"drearily" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "drearily" into syllables?
"drearily" is divided into syllables as: drea · ri · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "drearily"?
The Scrabble score for "drearily" is 12 points.
Using “drearily” in writing
Three-syllable words like "drearily" (drea · ri · ly) 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, “drearily” 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.