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How many syllables in “tiddly”?

2

syllables in "tiddly"

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Word details

Syllables

2

tid · dly

Letters

6

t · i · d · d · l · y

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
i1
d2
d2
l1
y4

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About the word “tiddly

The word tiddly contains 2 syllables, divided as tid · dly. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "tiddly" have?

"tiddly" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "tiddly" into syllables?

"tiddly" is divided into syllables as: tid · dly.

What is the Scrabble score for "tiddly"?

The Scrabble score for "tiddly" is 11 points.

Using “tiddly” in writing

Two-syllable words like "tiddly" (tid · dly) 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, tiddly 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.

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