How many syllables in “uglily”?
syllables in "uglily"
Word details
Syllables
3
u · gli · ly
Letters
6
u · g · l · i · l · y
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “uglily”
The word “uglily” contains 3 syllables, divided as u · gli · ly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "uglily" have?
"uglily" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "uglily" into syllables?
"uglily" is divided into syllables as: u · gli · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "uglily"?
The Scrabble score for "uglily" is 10 points.
Using “uglily” in writing
Three-syllable words like "uglily" (u · gli · 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, “uglily” is worth 10 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 “uglily”
The letters in “uglily” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gluily.