How many syllables in “partly”?
syllables in "partly"
Word details
Syllables
2
par · tly
Letters
6
p · a · r · t · l · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “partly”
The word “partly” contains 2 syllables, divided as par · tly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "partly" have?
"partly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "partly" into syllables?
"partly" is divided into syllables as: par · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "partly"?
The Scrabble score for "partly" is 11 points.
Using “partly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "partly" (par · tly) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “partly” 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 “partly”
The letters in “partly” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: paltry, raptly.