How many syllables in “subtly”?
syllables in "subtly"
Word details
Syllables
2
sub · tly
Letters
6
s · u · b · t · l · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “subtly”
The word “subtly” contains 2 syllables, divided as sub · tly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "subtly" have?
"subtly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "subtly" into syllables?
"subtly" is divided into syllables as: sub · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "subtly"?
The Scrabble score for "subtly" is 11 points.
Using “subtly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "subtly" (sub · tly) 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, “subtly” is worth 11 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 “subtly”
The letters in “subtly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: butyls.