How many syllables in “wealthily”?
syllables in "wealthily"
Word details
Syllables
3
weal · thi · ly
Letters
9
w · e · a · l · t · h · i · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “wealthily”
The word “wealthily” contains 3 syllables, divided as weal · thi · ly. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wealthily" have?
"wealthily" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "wealthily" into syllables?
"wealthily" is divided into syllables as: weal · thi · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "wealthily"?
The Scrabble score for "wealthily" is 18 points.
Using “wealthily” in writing
Three-syllable words like "wealthily" (weal · thi · 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, “wealthily” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.