How many syllables in “lacings”?
syllables in "lacings"
Word details
Syllables
2
la · cings
Letters
7
l · a · c · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “lacings”
The word “lacings” contains 2 syllables, divided as la · cings. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lacings" have?
"lacings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lacings" into syllables?
"lacings" is divided into syllables as: la · cings.
What is the Scrabble score for "lacings"?
The Scrabble score for "lacings" is 10 points.
Using “lacings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lacings" (la · cings) 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, “lacings” is worth 10 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 “lacings”
The letters in “lacings” can be rearranged to spell one other word: scaling.