How many syllables in “legalism”?
syllables in "legalism"
Word details
Syllables
3
le · ga · lism
Letters
8
l · e · g · a · l · i · s · m
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “legalism”
The word “legalism” contains 3 syllables, divided as le · ga · lism. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "legalism" have?
"legalism" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "legalism" into syllables?
"legalism" is divided into syllables as: le · ga · lism.
What is the Scrabble score for "legalism"?
The Scrabble score for "legalism" is 11 points.
Using “legalism” in writing
Three-syllable words like "legalism" (le · ga · lism) 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, “legalism” 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.
Anagrams of “legalism”
The letters in “legalism” can be rearranged to spell one other word: millages.