How many syllables in “stately”?
syllables in "stately"
Word details
Syllables
3
sta · te · ly
Letters
7
s · t · a · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “stately”
The word “stately” contains 3 syllables, divided as sta · te · ly. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stately" have?
"stately" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "stately" into syllables?
"stately" is divided into syllables as: sta · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "stately"?
The Scrabble score for "stately" is 10 points.
Using “stately” in writing
Three-syllable words like "stately" (sta · te · 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, “stately” is worth 10 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 “stately”
The letters in “stately” can be rearranged to spell one other word: stylate.