How many syllables in “womanly”?
syllables in "womanly"
Word details
Syllables
3
wo · man · ly
Letters
7
w · o · m · a · n · l · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “womanly”
The word “womanly” contains 3 syllables, divided as wo · man · ly. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "womanly" have?
"womanly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "womanly" into syllables?
"womanly" is divided into syllables as: wo · man · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "womanly"?
The Scrabble score for "womanly" is 15 points.
Using “womanly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "womanly" (wo · man · 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, “womanly” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.