How many syllables in “lathery”?
syllables in "lathery"
Word details
Syllables
3
lat · he · ry
Letters
7
l · a · t · h · e · r · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “lathery”
The word “lathery” contains 3 syllables, divided as lat · he · ry. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lathery" have?
"lathery" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lathery" into syllables?
"lathery" is divided into syllables as: lat · he · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "lathery"?
The Scrabble score for "lathery" is 13 points.
Using “lathery” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lathery" (lat · he · ry) 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, “lathery” is worth 13 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 “lathery”
The letters in “lathery” can be rearranged to spell one other word: earthly.