How many syllables in “lechayims”?
syllables in "lechayims"
Word details
Syllables
2
lec · hayims
Letters
9
l · e · c · h · a · y · i · m · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “lechayims”
The word “lechayims” contains 2 syllables, divided as lec · hayims. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lechayims" have?
"lechayims" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lechayims" into syllables?
"lechayims" is divided into syllables as: lec · hayims.
What is the Scrabble score for "lechayims"?
The Scrabble score for "lechayims" is 19 points.
Using “lechayims” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lechayims" (lec · hayims) 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, “lechayims” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “lechayims”
The letters in “lechayims” can be rearranged to spell one other word: alchymies.