How many syllables in “lances”?
syllables in "lances"
Word details
Syllables
2
lan · ces
Letters
6
l · a · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “lances”
The word “lances” contains 2 syllables, divided as lan · ces. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lances" have?
"lances" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lances" into syllables?
"lances" is divided into syllables as: lan · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "lances"?
The Scrabble score for "lances" is 8 points.
Using “lances” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lances" (lan · ces) 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, “lances” is worth 8 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 “lances”
The letters in “lances” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cleans.