How many syllables in “teasingly”?
syllables in "teasingly"
Word details
Syllables
3
tea · sin · gly
Letters
9
t · e · a · s · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “teasingly”
The word “teasingly” contains 3 syllables, divided as tea · sin · gly. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "teasingly" have?
"teasingly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "teasingly" into syllables?
"teasingly" is divided into syllables as: tea · sin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "teasingly"?
The Scrabble score for "teasingly" is 13 points.
Using “teasingly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "teasingly" (tea · sin · gly) 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, “teasingly” 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.