How many syllables in “ferly”?
syllables in "ferly"
Word details
Syllables
2
fer · ly
Letters
5
f · e · r · l · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “ferly”
The word “ferly” contains 2 syllables, divided as fer · ly. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ferly" have?
"ferly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ferly" into syllables?
"ferly" is divided into syllables as: fer · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "ferly"?
The Scrabble score for "ferly" is 11 points.
Using “ferly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ferly" (fer · ly) 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, “ferly” is worth 11 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 “ferly”
The letters in “ferly” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: flyer, refly.