How many syllables in “teacherly”?
syllables in "teacherly"
Word details
Syllables
3
teac · her · ly
Letters
9
t · e · a · c · h · e · r · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “teacherly”
The word “teacherly” contains 3 syllables, divided as teac · her · ly. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "teacherly" have?
"teacherly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "teacherly" into syllables?
"teacherly" is divided into syllables as: teac · her · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "teacherly"?
The Scrabble score for "teacherly" is 17 points.
Using “teacherly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "teacherly" (teac · her · 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, “teacherly” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.