How many syllables in “jollity”?
syllables in "jollity"
Word details
Syllables
3
jol · li · ty
Letters
7
j · o · l · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “jollity”
The word “jollity” contains 3 syllables, divided as jol · li · ty. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jollity" have?
"jollity" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "jollity" into syllables?
"jollity" is divided into syllables as: jol · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "jollity"?
The Scrabble score for "jollity" is 17 points.
Using “jollity” in writing
Three-syllable words like "jollity" (jol · li · ty) 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, “jollity” 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.
Anagrams of “jollity”
The letters in “jollity” can be rearranged to spell one other word: joltily.