How many syllables in “meagrely”?
syllables in "meagrely"
Word details
Syllables
3
mea · gre · ly
Letters
8
m · e · a · g · r · e · l · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “meagrely”
The word “meagrely” contains 3 syllables, divided as mea · gre · ly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meagrely" have?
"meagrely" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "meagrely" into syllables?
"meagrely" is divided into syllables as: mea · gre · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "meagrely"?
The Scrabble score for "meagrely" is 14 points.
Using “meagrely” in writing
Three-syllable words like "meagrely" (mea · gre · 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, “meagrely” 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.
Anagrams of “meagrely”
The letters in “meagrely” can be rearranged to spell one other word: meagerly.