How many syllables in “weaselly”?
syllables in "weaselly"
Word details
Syllables
3
wea · sel · ly
Letters
8
w · e · a · s · e · l · l · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “weaselly”
The word “weaselly” contains 3 syllables, divided as wea · sel · ly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "weaselly" have?
"weaselly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "weaselly" into syllables?
"weaselly" is divided into syllables as: wea · sel · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "weaselly"?
The Scrabble score for "weaselly" is 14 points.
Using “weaselly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "weaselly" (wea · sel · 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, “weaselly” is worth 14 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 “weaselly”
The letters in “weaselly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: walleyes.