How many syllables in “silently”?
syllables in "silently"
Word details
Syllables
3
si · len · tly
Letters
8
s · i · l · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “silently”
The word “silently” contains 3 syllables, divided as si · len · tly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "silently" have?
"silently" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "silently" into syllables?
"silently" is divided into syllables as: si · len · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "silently"?
The Scrabble score for "silently" is 11 points.
Using “silently” in writing
Three-syllable words like "silently" (si · len · tly) 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, “silently” 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.
Anagrams of “silently”
The letters in “silently” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tinselly.