How many syllables in “legitimates”?
syllables in "legitimates"
Word details
Syllables
5
le · gi · ti · ma · tes
Letters
11
l · e · g · i · t · i · m · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “legitimates”
The word “legitimates” contains 5 syllables, divided as le · gi · ti · ma · tes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "legitimates" have?
"legitimates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "legitimates" into syllables?
"legitimates" is divided into syllables as: le · gi · ti · ma · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "legitimates"?
The Scrabble score for "legitimates" is 14 points.
Using “legitimates” in writing
"legitimates" (le · gi · ti · ma · tes) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “legitimates” is worth 14 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.