How many syllables in “meaningly”?
syllables in "meaningly"
Word details
Syllables
3
mea · nin · gly
Letters
9
m · e · a · n · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “meaningly”
The word “meaningly” contains 3 syllables, divided as mea · nin · gly. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meaningly" have?
"meaningly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "meaningly" into syllables?
"meaningly" is divided into syllables as: mea · nin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "meaningly"?
The Scrabble score for "meaningly" is 15 points.
Using “meaningly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "meaningly" (mea · nin · gly) 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, “meaningly” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.