How many syllables in “lily”?
syllables in "lily"
Word details
Syllables
2
li · ly
Letters
4
l · i · l · y
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “lily”
The word “lily” contains 2 syllables, divided as li · ly. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lily" have?
"lily" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lily" into syllables?
"lily" is divided into syllables as: li · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "lily"?
The Scrabble score for "lily" is 7 points.
Using “lily” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lily" (li · 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, “lily” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “lily”
The letters in “lily” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: illy, yill.