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