How many syllables in “landslides”?
syllables in "landslides"
Word details
Syllables
3
land · sli · des
Letters
10
l · a · n · d · s · l · i · d · e · s
Scrabble
12
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About the word “landslides”
The word “landslides” contains 3 syllables, divided as land · sli · des. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "landslides" have?
"landslides" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "landslides" into syllables?
"landslides" is divided into syllables as: land · sli · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "landslides"?
The Scrabble score for "landslides" is 12 points.
Using “landslides” in writing
Three-syllable words like "landslides" (land · sli · des) 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, “landslides” is worth 12 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.