How many syllables in “lyingly”?
syllables in "lyingly"
Word details
Syllables
2
lyin · gly
Letters
7
l · y · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “lyingly”
The word “lyingly” contains 2 syllables, divided as lyin · gly. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lyingly" have?
"lyingly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lyingly" into syllables?
"lyingly" is divided into syllables as: lyin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "lyingly"?
The Scrabble score for "lyingly" is 14 points.
Using “lyingly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lyingly" (lyin · gly) 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, “lyingly” is worth 14 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.