How many syllables in “ileus”?
syllables in "ileus"
Word details
Syllables
2
i · leus
Letters
5
i · l · e · u · s
Scrabble
5
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About the word “ileus”
The word “ileus” contains 2 syllables, divided as i · leus. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ileus" have?
"ileus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ileus" into syllables?
"ileus" is divided into syllables as: i · leus.
What is the Scrabble score for "ileus"?
The Scrabble score for "ileus" is 5 points.
Using “ileus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ileus" (i · leus) 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, “ileus” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “ileus”
The letters in “ileus” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lieus.