How many syllables in “maddeningly”?
syllables in "maddeningly"
Word details
Syllables
4
mad · de · nin · gly
Letters
11
m · a · d · d · e · n · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “maddeningly”
The word “maddeningly” contains 4 syllables, divided as mad · de · nin · gly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maddeningly" have?
"maddeningly" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "maddeningly" into syllables?
"maddeningly" is divided into syllables as: mad · de · nin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "maddeningly"?
The Scrabble score for "maddeningly" is 19 points.
Using “maddeningly” in writing
Four-syllable words like "maddeningly" (mad · de · nin · gly) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “maddeningly” is worth 19 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 “maddeningly”
The letters in “maddeningly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: demandingly.