How many syllables in “simply”?
syllables in "simply"
Word details
Syllables
2
sim · ply
Letters
6
s · i · m · p · l · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “simply”
The word “simply” contains 2 syllables, divided as sim · ply. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "simply" have?
"simply" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "simply" into syllables?
"simply" is divided into syllables as: sim · ply.
What is the Scrabble score for "simply"?
The Scrabble score for "simply" is 13 points.
Using “simply” in writing
Two-syllable words like "simply" (sim · ply) 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, “simply” 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 “simply”
The letters in “simply” can be rearranged to spell one other word: limpsy.