How many syllables in “seamanly”?
syllables in "seamanly"
Word details
Syllables
3
sea · man · ly
Letters
8
s · e · a · m · a · n · l · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “seamanly”
The word “seamanly” contains 3 syllables, divided as sea · man · ly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "seamanly" have?
"seamanly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "seamanly" into syllables?
"seamanly" is divided into syllables as: sea · man · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "seamanly"?
The Scrabble score for "seamanly" is 13 points.
Using “seamanly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "seamanly" (sea · man · 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, “seamanly” 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.