How many syllables in “racily”?
syllables in "racily"
Word details
Syllables
3
ra · ci · ly
Letters
6
r · a · c · i · l · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “racily”
The word “racily” contains 3 syllables, divided as ra · ci · ly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "racily" have?
"racily" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "racily" into syllables?
"racily" is divided into syllables as: ra · ci · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "racily"?
The Scrabble score for "racily" is 11 points.
Using “racily” in writing
Three-syllable words like "racily" (ra · ci · 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, “racily” 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.