How many syllables in “laitances”?
syllables in "laitances"
Word details
Syllables
3
lai · tan · ces
Letters
9
l · a · i · t · a · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “laitances”
The word “laitances” contains 3 syllables, divided as lai · tan · ces. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "laitances" have?
"laitances" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "laitances" into syllables?
"laitances" is divided into syllables as: lai · tan · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "laitances"?
The Scrabble score for "laitances" is 11 points.
Using “laitances” in writing
Three-syllable words like "laitances" (lai · tan · ces) 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, “laitances” is worth 11 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 “laitances”
The letters in “laitances” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: analcites, anelastic.