How many syllables in “leaderless”?
syllables in "leaderless"
Word details
Syllables
3
lea · der · less
Letters
10
l · e · a · d · e · r · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “leaderless”
The word “leaderless” contains 3 syllables, divided as lea · der · less. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "leaderless" have?
"leaderless" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "leaderless" into syllables?
"leaderless" is divided into syllables as: lea · der · less.
What is the Scrabble score for "leaderless"?
The Scrabble score for "leaderless" is 11 points.
Using “leaderless” in writing
Three-syllable words like "leaderless" (lea · der · less) 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, “leaderless” is worth 11 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.