How many syllables in “sombrely”?
syllables in "sombrely"
Word details
Syllables
3
som · bre · ly
Letters
8
s · o · m · b · r · e · l · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “sombrely”
The word “sombrely” contains 3 syllables, divided as som · bre · ly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sombrely" have?
"sombrely" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sombrely" into syllables?
"sombrely" is divided into syllables as: som · bre · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "sombrely"?
The Scrabble score for "sombrely" is 15 points.
Using “sombrely” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sombrely" (som · bre · 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, “sombrely” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “sombrely”
The letters in “sombrely” can be rearranged to spell one other word: somberly.