How many syllables in “ridley”?
syllables in "ridley"
Word details
Syllables
2
rid · ley
Letters
6
r · i · d · l · e · y
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “ridley”
The word “ridley” contains 2 syllables, divided as rid · ley. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ridley" have?
"ridley" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ridley" into syllables?
"ridley" is divided into syllables as: rid · ley.
What is the Scrabble score for "ridley"?
The Scrabble score for "ridley" is 10 points.
Using “ridley” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ridley" (rid · ley) 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, “ridley” is worth 10 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 “ridley”
The letters in “ridley” can be rearranged to spell one other word: direly.