How many syllables in “friendly”?
syllables in "friendly"
Word details
Syllables
2
frien · dly
Letters
8
f · r · i · e · n · d · l · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “friendly”
The word “friendly” contains 2 syllables, divided as frien · dly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "friendly" have?
"friendly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "friendly" into syllables?
"friendly" is divided into syllables as: frien · dly.
What is the Scrabble score for "friendly"?
The Scrabble score for "friendly" is 15 points.
Using “friendly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "friendly" (frien · dly) 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, “friendly” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.