How many syllables in “gainly”?
syllables in "gainly"
Word details
Syllables
2
gain · ly
Letters
6
g · a · i · n · l · y
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “gainly”
The word “gainly” contains 2 syllables, divided as gain · ly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gainly" have?
"gainly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gainly" into syllables?
"gainly" is divided into syllables as: gain · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "gainly"?
The Scrabble score for "gainly" is 10 points.
Using “gainly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gainly" (gain · 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, “gainly” is worth 10 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 “gainly”
The letters in “gainly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: laying.