How many syllables in “painlessly”?
syllables in "painlessly"
Word details
Syllables
3
pain · les · sly
Letters
10
p · a · i · n · l · e · s · s · l · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “painlessly”
The word “painlessly” contains 3 syllables, divided as pain · les · sly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "painlessly" have?
"painlessly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "painlessly" into syllables?
"painlessly" is divided into syllables as: pain · les · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "painlessly"?
The Scrabble score for "painlessly" is 15 points.
Using “painlessly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "painlessly" (pain · les · sly) 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, “painlessly” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.