How many syllables in “friarly”?
syllables in "friarly"
Word details
Syllables
2
friar · ly
Letters
7
f · r · i · a · r · l · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “friarly”
The word “friarly” contains 2 syllables, divided as friar · ly. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "friarly" have?
"friarly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "friarly" into syllables?
"friarly" is divided into syllables as: friar · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "friarly"?
The Scrabble score for "friarly" is 13 points.
Using “friarly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "friarly" (friar · 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, “friarly” is worth 13 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.