How many syllables in “openly”?
syllables in "openly"
Word details
Syllables
3
o · pen · ly
Letters
6
o · p · e · n · l · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “openly”
The word “openly” contains 3 syllables, divided as o · pen · ly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "openly" have?
"openly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "openly" into syllables?
"openly" is divided into syllables as: o · pen · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "openly"?
The Scrabble score for "openly" is 11 points.
Using “openly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "openly" (o · pen · 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, “openly” 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 “openly”
The letters in “openly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: poleyn.