How many syllables in “ladies”?
syllables in "ladies"
Word details
Syllables
2
la · dies
Letters
6
l · a · d · i · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “ladies”
The word “ladies” contains 2 syllables, divided as la · dies. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ladies" have?
"ladies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ladies" into syllables?
"ladies" is divided into syllables as: la · dies.
What is the Scrabble score for "ladies"?
The Scrabble score for "ladies" is 7 points.
Using “ladies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ladies" (la · dies) 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, “ladies” 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 “ladies”
The letters in “ladies” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: aisled, deasil, ideals, sailed.