How many syllables in “reliably”?
syllables in "reliably"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · lia · bly
Letters
8
r · e · l · i · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “reliably”
The word “reliably” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · lia · bly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reliably" have?
"reliably" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "reliably" into syllables?
"reliably" is divided into syllables as: re · lia · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "reliably"?
The Scrabble score for "reliably" is 13 points.
Using “reliably” in writing
Three-syllable words like "reliably" (re · lia · bly) 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, “reliably” is worth 13 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 “reliably”
The letters in “reliably” can be rearranged to spell one other word: blearily.