How many syllables in “wanly”?
syllables in "wanly"
Word details
Syllables
2
wan · ly
Letters
5
w · a · n · l · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “wanly”
The word “wanly” contains 2 syllables, divided as wan · ly. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wanly" have?
"wanly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wanly" into syllables?
"wanly" is divided into syllables as: wan · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "wanly"?
The Scrabble score for "wanly" is 11 points.
Using “wanly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wanly" (wan · 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, “wanly” is worth 11 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 “wanly”
The letters in “wanly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lawny.