How many syllables in “underlying”?
syllables in "underlying"
Word details
Syllables
3
un · der · lying
Letters
10
u · n · d · e · r · l · y · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “underlying”
The word “underlying” contains 3 syllables, divided as un · der · lying. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "underlying" have?
"underlying" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "underlying" into syllables?
"underlying" is divided into syllables as: un · der · lying.
What is the Scrabble score for "underlying"?
The Scrabble score for "underlying" is 15 points.
Using “underlying” in writing
Three-syllable words like "underlying" (un · der · lying) 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, “underlying” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “underlying”
The letters in “underlying” can be rearranged to spell one other word: enduringly.