How many syllables in “wobbly”?
syllables in "wobbly"
Word details
Syllables
2
wob · bly
Letters
6
w · o · b · b · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “wobbly”
The word “wobbly” contains 2 syllables, divided as wob · bly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wobbly" have?
"wobbly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wobbly" into syllables?
"wobbly" is divided into syllables as: wob · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "wobbly"?
The Scrabble score for "wobbly" is 16 points.
Using “wobbly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wobbly" (wob · bly) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “wobbly” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “wobbly”
The letters in “wobbly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: blowby.