How many syllables in “girly”?
syllables in "girly"
Word details
Syllables
2
gir · ly
Letters
5
g · i · r · l · y
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “girly”
The word “girly” contains 2 syllables, divided as gir · ly. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "girly" have?
"girly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "girly" into syllables?
"girly" is divided into syllables as: gir · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "girly"?
The Scrabble score for "girly" is 9 points.
Using “girly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "girly" (gir · 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, “girly” is worth 9 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.