How many syllables in “latrines”?
syllables in "latrines"
Word details
Syllables
3
la · tri · nes
Letters
8
l · a · t · r · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “latrines”
The word “latrines” contains 3 syllables, divided as la · tri · nes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "latrines" have?
"latrines" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "latrines" into syllables?
"latrines" is divided into syllables as: la · tri · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "latrines"?
The Scrabble score for "latrines" is 8 points.
Using “latrines” in writing
Three-syllable words like "latrines" (la · tri · nes) 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, “latrines” 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 “latrines”
The letters in “latrines” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: entrails, ratlines, retinals, trenails.