How many syllables in “enlistees”?
syllables in "enlistees"
Word details
Syllables
3
en · li · stees
Letters
9
e · n · l · i · s · t · e · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “enlistees”
The word “enlistees” contains 3 syllables, divided as en · li · stees. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "enlistees" have?
"enlistees" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "enlistees" into syllables?
"enlistees" is divided into syllables as: en · li · stees.
What is the Scrabble score for "enlistees"?
The Scrabble score for "enlistees" is 9 points.
Using “enlistees” in writing
Three-syllable words like "enlistees" (en · li · stees) 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, “enlistees” is worth 9 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 “enlistees”
The letters in “enlistees” can be rearranged to spell one other word: selenites.