How many syllables in “languid”?
syllables in "languid"
Word details
Syllables
2
lan · guid
Letters
7
l · a · n · g · u · i · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “languid”
The word “languid” contains 2 syllables, divided as lan · guid. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "languid" have?
"languid" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "languid" into syllables?
"languid" is divided into syllables as: lan · guid.
What is the Scrabble score for "languid"?
The Scrabble score for "languid" is 9 points.
Using “languid” in writing
Two-syllable words like "languid" (lan · guid) 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, “languid” 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.
Anagrams of “languid”
The letters in “languid” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lauding.