How many syllables in “really”?
syllables in "really"
Word details
Syllables
2
real · ly
Letters
6
r · e · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “really”
The word “really” contains 2 syllables, divided as real · ly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "really" have?
"really" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "really" into syllables?
"really" is divided into syllables as: real · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "really"?
The Scrabble score for "really" is 9 points.
Using “really” in writing
Two-syllable words like "really" (real · ly) 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, “really” is worth 9 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 “really”
The letters in “really” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rallye.