How many syllables in “lapses”?
syllable in "lapses"
Word details
Syllables
1
lapses
Letters
6
l · a · p · s · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “lapses”
The word “lapses” contains 1 syllable, divided as lapses. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lapses" have?
"lapses" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lapses" into syllables?
"lapses" is divided into syllables as: lapses.
What is the Scrabble score for "lapses"?
The Scrabble score for "lapses" is 8 points.
Using “lapses” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lapses" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “lapses” is worth 8 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 “lapses”
The letters in “lapses” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: passel, saleps, sepals, spales.