How many syllables in “shily”?
syllables in "shily"
Word details
Syllables
2
shi · ly
Letters
5
s · h · i · l · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “shily”
The word “shily” contains 2 syllables, divided as shi · ly. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shily" have?
"shily" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shily" into syllables?
"shily" is divided into syllables as: shi · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "shily"?
The Scrabble score for "shily" is 11 points.
Using “shily” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shily" (shi · 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, “shily” 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.