How many syllables in “sprightly”?
syllables in "sprightly"
Word details
Syllables
2
sprig · htly
Letters
9
s · p · r · i · g · h · t · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “sprightly”
The word “sprightly” contains 2 syllables, divided as sprig · htly. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sprightly" have?
"sprightly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sprightly" into syllables?
"sprightly" is divided into syllables as: sprig · htly.
What is the Scrabble score for "sprightly"?
The Scrabble score for "sprightly" is 18 points.
Using “sprightly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sprightly" (sprig · htly) 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, “sprightly” is worth 18 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 “sprightly”
The letters in “sprightly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: triglyphs.