How many syllables in “wooly”?
syllables in "wooly"
Word details
Syllables
2
woo · ly
Letters
5
w · o · o · l · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “wooly”
The word “wooly” contains 2 syllables, divided as woo · ly. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wooly" have?
"wooly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wooly" into syllables?
"wooly" is divided into syllables as: woo · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "wooly"?
The Scrabble score for "wooly" is 11 points.
Using “wooly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wooly" (woo · ly) 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, “wooly” is worth 11 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.