How many syllables in “toothily”?
syllables in "toothily"
Word details
Syllables
3
toot · hi · ly
Letters
8
t · o · o · t · h · i · l · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “toothily”
The word “toothily” contains 3 syllables, divided as toot · hi · ly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "toothily" have?
"toothily" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "toothily" into syllables?
"toothily" is divided into syllables as: toot · hi · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "toothily"?
The Scrabble score for "toothily" is 14 points.
Using “toothily” in writing
Three-syllable words like "toothily" (toot · hi · 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, “toothily” is worth 14 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.