How many syllables in “waly”?
syllables in "waly"
Word details
Syllables
2
wa · ly
Letters
4
w · a · l · y
Scrabble
10
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “waly”
The word “waly” contains 2 syllables, divided as wa · ly. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "waly" have?
"waly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "waly" into syllables?
"waly" is divided into syllables as: wa · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "waly"?
The Scrabble score for "waly" is 10 points.
Using “waly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "waly" (wa · ly) 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, “waly” 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 “waly”
The letters in “waly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: yawl.