How many syllables in “greatly”?
syllables in "greatly"
Word details
Syllables
2
great · ly
Letters
7
g · r · e · a · t · l · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “greatly”
The word “greatly” contains 2 syllables, divided as great · ly. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "greatly" have?
"greatly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "greatly" into syllables?
"greatly" is divided into syllables as: great · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "greatly"?
The Scrabble score for "greatly" is 11 points.
Using “greatly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "greatly" (great · 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, “greatly” is worth 11 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.