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