How many syllables in “drizzlingly”?
syllables in "drizzlingly"
Word details
Syllables
3
driz · zlin · gly
Letters
11
d · r · i · z · z · l · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
34
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About the word “drizzlingly”
The word “drizzlingly” contains 3 syllables, divided as driz · zlin · gly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drizzlingly" have?
"drizzlingly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "drizzlingly" into syllables?
"drizzlingly" is divided into syllables as: driz · zlin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "drizzlingly"?
The Scrabble score for "drizzlingly" is 34 points.
Using “drizzlingly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "drizzlingly" (driz · zlin · gly) 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, “drizzlingly” is worth 34 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.