How many syllables in “landmasses”?
syllables in "landmasses"
Word details
Syllables
2
landm · asses
Letters
10
l · a · n · d · m · a · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “landmasses”
The word “landmasses” contains 2 syllables, divided as landm · asses. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "landmasses" have?
"landmasses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "landmasses" into syllables?
"landmasses" is divided into syllables as: landm · asses.
What is the Scrabble score for "landmasses"?
The Scrabble score for "landmasses" is 13 points.
Using “landmasses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "landmasses" (landm · asses) 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, “landmasses” is worth 13 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.