How many syllables in “languish”?
syllables in "languish"
Word details
Syllables
2
lan · guish
Letters
8
l · a · n · g · u · i · s · h
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “languish”
The word “languish” contains 2 syllables, divided as lan · guish. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "languish" have?
"languish" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "languish" into syllables?
"languish" is divided into syllables as: lan · guish.
What is the Scrabble score for "languish"?
The Scrabble score for "languish" is 12 points.
Using “languish” in writing
Two-syllable words like "languish" (lan · guish) 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, “languish” 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.
Anagrams of “languish”
The letters in “languish” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: nilghaus, shauling.