How many syllables in “wearily”?
syllables in "wearily"
Word details
Syllables
3
wea · ri · ly
Letters
7
w · e · a · r · i · l · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “wearily”
The word “wearily” contains 3 syllables, divided as wea · ri · ly. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wearily" have?
"wearily" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "wearily" into syllables?
"wearily" is divided into syllables as: wea · ri · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "wearily"?
The Scrabble score for "wearily" is 13 points.
Using “wearily” in writing
Three-syllable words like "wearily" (wea · ri · 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, “wearily” 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.