How many syllables in “steely”?
syllables in "steely"
Word details
Syllables
2
stee · ly
Letters
6
s · t · e · e · l · y
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “steely”
The word “steely” contains 2 syllables, divided as stee · ly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "steely" have?
"steely" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "steely" into syllables?
"steely" is divided into syllables as: stee · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "steely"?
The Scrabble score for "steely" is 9 points.
Using “steely” in writing
Two-syllable words like "steely" (stee · ly) 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, “steely” is worth 9 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 “steely”
The letters in “steely” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sleety.