How many syllables in “lanthanide”?
syllables in "lanthanide"
Word details
Syllables
3
lant · hani · de
Letters
10
l · a · n · t · h · a · n · i · d · e
Scrabble
14
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About the word “lanthanide”
The word “lanthanide” contains 3 syllables, divided as lant · hani · de. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lanthanide" have?
"lanthanide" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lanthanide" into syllables?
"lanthanide" is divided into syllables as: lant · hani · de.
What is the Scrabble score for "lanthanide"?
The Scrabble score for "lanthanide" is 14 points.
Using “lanthanide” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lanthanide" (lant · hani · de) 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, “lanthanide” is worth 14 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.