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