How many syllables in “lordly”?
syllables in "lordly"
Word details
Syllables
2
lor · dly
Letters
6
l · o · r · d · l · y
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “lordly”
The word “lordly” contains 2 syllables, divided as lor · dly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lordly" have?
"lordly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lordly" into syllables?
"lordly" is divided into syllables as: lor · dly.
What is the Scrabble score for "lordly"?
The Scrabble score for "lordly" is 10 points.
Using “lordly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lordly" (lor · dly) 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, “lordly” is worth 10 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 “lordly”
The letters in “lordly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: drolly.