How many syllables in “weightlessly”?
syllables in "weightlessly"
Word details
Syllables
3
weig · htles · sly
Letters
12
w · e · i · g · h · t · l · e · s · s · l · y
Scrabble
22
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About the word “weightlessly”
The word “weightlessly” contains 3 syllables, divided as weig · htles · sly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "weightlessly" have?
"weightlessly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "weightlessly" into syllables?
"weightlessly" is divided into syllables as: weig · htles · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "weightlessly"?
The Scrabble score for "weightlessly" is 22 points.
Using “weightlessly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "weightlessly" (weig · htles · sly) 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, “weightlessly” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.