How many syllables in “raptly”?
syllables in "raptly"
Word details
Syllables
2
rap · tly
Letters
6
r · a · p · t · l · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “raptly”
The word “raptly” contains 2 syllables, divided as rap · tly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "raptly" have?
"raptly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "raptly" into syllables?
"raptly" is divided into syllables as: rap · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "raptly"?
The Scrabble score for "raptly" is 11 points.
Using “raptly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "raptly" (rap · 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, “raptly” 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 “raptly”
The letters in “raptly” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: paltry, partly.