How many syllables in “lathes”?
syllables in "lathes"
Word details
Syllables
2
lat · hes
Letters
6
l · a · t · h · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “lathes”
The word “lathes” contains 2 syllables, divided as lat · hes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lathes" have?
"lathes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lathes" into syllables?
"lathes" is divided into syllables as: lat · hes.
What is the Scrabble score for "lathes"?
The Scrabble score for "lathes" is 9 points.
Using “lathes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lathes" (lat · hes) 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, “lathes” 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 “lathes”
The letters in “lathes” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: halest, haslet, shelta.