How many syllables in “lately”?
syllables in "lately"
Word details
Syllables
3
la · te · ly
Letters
6
l · a · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “lately”
The word “lately” contains 3 syllables, divided as la · te · ly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lately" have?
"lately" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lately" into syllables?
"lately" is divided into syllables as: la · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "lately"?
The Scrabble score for "lately" is 9 points.
Using “lately” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lately" (la · te · ly) 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, “lately” 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.
Anagrams of “lately”
The letters in “lately” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lealty.