How many syllables in “musingly”?
syllables in "musingly"
Word details
Syllables
3
mu · sin · gly
Letters
8
m · u · s · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “musingly”
The word “musingly” contains 3 syllables, divided as mu · sin · gly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "musingly" have?
"musingly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "musingly" into syllables?
"musingly" is divided into syllables as: mu · sin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "musingly"?
The Scrabble score for "musingly" is 14 points.
Using “musingly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "musingly" (mu · sin · 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, “musingly” 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.