How many syllables in “urgingly”?
syllables in "urgingly"
Word details
Syllables
3
ur · gin · gly
Letters
8
u · r · g · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “urgingly”
The word “urgingly” contains 3 syllables, divided as ur · gin · gly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "urgingly" have?
"urgingly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "urgingly" into syllables?
"urgingly" is divided into syllables as: ur · gin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "urgingly"?
The Scrabble score for "urgingly" is 13 points.
Using “urgingly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "urgingly" (ur · gin · 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, “urgingly” 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.