How many syllables in “fleetingly”?
syllables in "fleetingly"
Word details
Syllables
3
flee · tin · gly
Letters
10
f · l · e · e · t · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “fleetingly”
The word “fleetingly” contains 3 syllables, divided as flee · tin · gly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fleetingly" have?
"fleetingly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fleetingly" into syllables?
"fleetingly" is divided into syllables as: flee · tin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "fleetingly"?
The Scrabble score for "fleetingly" is 17 points.
Using “fleetingly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fleetingly" (flee · tin · 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, “fleetingly” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.