How many syllables in “dualist”?
syllables in "dualist"
Word details
Syllables
2
dua · list
Letters
7
d · u · a · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “dualist”
The word “dualist” contains 2 syllables, divided as dua · list. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dualist" have?
"dualist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dualist" into syllables?
"dualist" is divided into syllables as: dua · list.
What is the Scrabble score for "dualist"?
The Scrabble score for "dualist" is 8 points.
Using “dualist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dualist" (dua · list) 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, “dualist” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “dualist”
The letters in “dualist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tuladis.