How many syllables in “middlingly”?
syllables in "middlingly"
Word details
Syllables
3
mid · dlin · gly
Letters
10
m · i · d · d · l · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “middlingly”
The word “middlingly” contains 3 syllables, divided as mid · dlin · gly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "middlingly" have?
"middlingly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "middlingly" into syllables?
"middlingly" is divided into syllables as: mid · dlin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "middlingly"?
The Scrabble score for "middlingly" is 18 points.
Using “middlingly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "middlingly" (mid · dlin · 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, “middlingly” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.