How many syllables in “flatus”?
syllables in "flatus"
Word details
Syllables
2
fla · tus
Letters
6
f · l · a · t · u · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “flatus”
The word “flatus” contains 2 syllables, divided as fla · tus. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flatus" have?
"flatus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "flatus" into syllables?
"flatus" is divided into syllables as: fla · tus.
What is the Scrabble score for "flatus"?
The Scrabble score for "flatus" is 9 points.
Using “flatus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "flatus" (fla · tus) 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, “flatus” 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 “flatus”
The letters in “flatus” can be rearranged to spell one other word: faults.