How many syllables in “growingly”?
syllables in "growingly"
Word details
Syllables
3
gro · win · gly
Letters
9
g · r · o · w · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “growingly”
The word “growingly” contains 3 syllables, divided as gro · win · gly. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "growingly" have?
"growingly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "growingly" into syllables?
"growingly" is divided into syllables as: gro · win · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "growingly"?
The Scrabble score for "growingly" is 17 points.
Using “growingly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "growingly" (gro · win · gly) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “growingly” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.