How many syllables in “murkily”?
syllables in "murkily"
Word details
Syllables
3
mur · ki · ly
Letters
7
m · u · r · k · i · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “murkily”
The word “murkily” contains 3 syllables, divided as mur · ki · ly. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "murkily" have?
"murkily" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "murkily" into syllables?
"murkily" is divided into syllables as: mur · ki · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "murkily"?
The Scrabble score for "murkily" is 16 points.
Using “murkily” in writing
Three-syllable words like "murkily" (mur · ki · 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, “murkily” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.