How many syllables in “sparsely”?
syllables in "sparsely"
Word details
Syllables
3
spar · se · ly
Letters
8
s · p · a · r · s · e · l · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “sparsely”
The word “sparsely” contains 3 syllables, divided as spar · se · ly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sparsely" have?
"sparsely" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sparsely" into syllables?
"sparsely" is divided into syllables as: spar · se · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "sparsely"?
The Scrabble score for "sparsely" is 13 points.
Using “sparsely” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sparsely" (spar · se · 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, “sparsely” 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 “sparsely”
The letters in “sparsely” can be rearranged to spell one other word: parsleys.