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How many syllables in “laetriles”?

3

syllables in "laetriles"

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Word details

Syllables

3

lae · tri · les

Letters

9

l · a · e · t · r · i · l · e · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

l1
a1
e1
t1
r1
i1
l1
e1
s1

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About the word “laetriles

The word laetriles contains 3 syllables, divided as lae · tri · les. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "laetriles" have?

"laetriles" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "laetriles" into syllables?

"laetriles" is divided into syllables as: lae · tri · les.

What is the Scrabble score for "laetriles"?

The Scrabble score for "laetriles" is 9 points.

Using “laetriles” in writing

Three-syllable words like "laetriles" (lae · tri · les) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, laetriles 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.

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