How many syllables in “suavely”?
syllables in "suavely"
Word details
Syllables
3
sua · ve · ly
Letters
7
s · u · a · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “suavely”
The word “suavely” contains 3 syllables, divided as sua · ve · ly. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "suavely" have?
"suavely" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "suavely" into syllables?
"suavely" is divided into syllables as: sua · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "suavely"?
The Scrabble score for "suavely" is 13 points.
Using “suavely” in writing
Three-syllable words like "suavely" (sua · ve · 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, “suavely” 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.