How many syllables in “legato”?
syllables in "legato"
Word details
Syllables
3
le · ga · to
Letters
6
l · e · g · a · t · o
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “legato”
The word “legato” contains 3 syllables, divided as le · ga · to. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "legato" have?
"legato" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "legato" into syllables?
"legato" is divided into syllables as: le · ga · to.
What is the Scrabble score for "legato"?
The Scrabble score for "legato" is 7 points.
Using “legato” in writing
Three-syllable words like "legato" (le · ga · to) 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, “legato” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “legato”
The letters in “legato” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gelato.