How many syllables in “iliac”?
syllables in "iliac"
Word details
Syllables
2
i · liac
Letters
5
i · l · i · a · c
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “iliac”
The word “iliac” contains 2 syllables, divided as i · liac. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "iliac" have?
"iliac" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "iliac" into syllables?
"iliac" is divided into syllables as: i · liac.
What is the Scrabble score for "iliac"?
The Scrabble score for "iliac" is 7 points.
Using “iliac” in writing
Two-syllable words like "iliac" (i · liac) 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, “iliac” is worth 7 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 “iliac”
The letters in “iliac” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cilia.