How many syllables in “windlessly”?
syllables in "windlessly"
Word details
Syllables
3
win · dles · sly
Letters
10
w · i · n · d · l · e · s · s · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “windlessly”
The word “windlessly” contains 3 syllables, divided as win · dles · sly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "windlessly" have?
"windlessly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "windlessly" into syllables?
"windlessly" is divided into syllables as: win · dles · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "windlessly"?
The Scrabble score for "windlessly" is 17 points.
Using “windlessly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "windlessly" (win · dles · 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, “windlessly” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.