How many syllables in “meanly”?
syllables in "meanly"
Word details
Syllables
2
mean · ly
Letters
6
m · e · a · n · l · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “meanly”
The word “meanly” contains 2 syllables, divided as mean · ly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meanly" have?
"meanly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "meanly" into syllables?
"meanly" is divided into syllables as: mean · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "meanly"?
The Scrabble score for "meanly" is 11 points.
Using “meanly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "meanly" (mean · ly) 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, “meanly” is worth 11 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 “meanly”
The letters in “meanly” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: laymen, namely.