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