How many syllables in “muddily”?
syllables in "muddily"
Word details
Syllables
3
mud · di · ly
Letters
7
m · u · d · d · i · l · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “muddily”
The word “muddily” contains 3 syllables, divided as mud · di · ly. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "muddily" have?
"muddily" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "muddily" into syllables?
"muddily" is divided into syllables as: mud · di · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "muddily"?
The Scrabble score for "muddily" is 14 points.
Using “muddily” in writing
Three-syllable words like "muddily" (mud · di · 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, “muddily” 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.