How many syllables in “tacitly”?
syllables in "tacitly"
Word details
Syllables
3
ta · cit · ly
Letters
7
t · a · c · i · t · l · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “tacitly”
The word “tacitly” contains 3 syllables, divided as ta · cit · ly. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tacitly" have?
"tacitly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "tacitly" into syllables?
"tacitly" is divided into syllables as: ta · cit · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "tacitly"?
The Scrabble score for "tacitly" is 12 points.
Using “tacitly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "tacitly" (ta · cit · 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, “tacitly” is worth 12 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 “tacitly”
The letters in “tacitly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cattily.