How many syllables in “lactase”?
syllables in "lactase"
Word details
Syllables
2
lact · ase
Letters
7
l · a · c · t · a · s · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “lactase”
The word “lactase” contains 2 syllables, divided as lact · ase. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lactase" have?
"lactase" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lactase" into syllables?
"lactase" is divided into syllables as: lact · ase.
What is the Scrabble score for "lactase"?
The Scrabble score for "lactase" is 9 points.
Using “lactase” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lactase" (lact · ase) 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, “lactase” 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 “lactase”
The letters in “lactase” can be rearranged to spell one other word: acetals.