How many syllables in “yearningly”?
syllables in "yearningly"
Word details
Syllables
3
year · nin · gly
Letters
10
y · e · a · r · n · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
17
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About the word “yearningly”
The word “yearningly” contains 3 syllables, divided as year · nin · gly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "yearningly" have?
"yearningly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "yearningly" into syllables?
"yearningly" is divided into syllables as: year · nin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "yearningly"?
The Scrabble score for "yearningly" is 17 points.
Using “yearningly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "yearningly" (year · nin · gly) 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, “yearningly” 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.