How many syllables in “southerlies”?
syllables in "southerlies"
Word details
Syllables
3
sout · her · lies
Letters
11
s · o · u · t · h · e · r · l · i · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “southerlies”
The word “southerlies” contains 3 syllables, divided as sout · her · lies. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "southerlies" have?
"southerlies" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "southerlies" into syllables?
"southerlies" is divided into syllables as: sout · her · lies.
What is the Scrabble score for "southerlies"?
The Scrabble score for "southerlies" is 14 points.
Using “southerlies” in writing
Three-syllable words like "southerlies" (sout · her · lies) 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, “southerlies” is worth 14 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.