How many syllables in “brilliants”?
syllables in "brilliants"
Word details
Syllables
2
bril · liants
Letters
10
b · r · i · l · l · i · a · n · t · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “brilliants”
The word “brilliants” contains 2 syllables, divided as bril · liants. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brilliants" have?
"brilliants" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "brilliants" into syllables?
"brilliants" is divided into syllables as: bril · liants.
What is the Scrabble score for "brilliants"?
The Scrabble score for "brilliants" is 12 points.
Using “brilliants” in writing
Two-syllable words like "brilliants" (bril · liants) 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, “brilliants” is worth 12 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.