How many syllables in “lengthier”?
syllables in "lengthier"
Word details
Syllables
2
len · gthier
Letters
9
l · e · n · g · t · h · i · e · r
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “lengthier”
The word “lengthier” contains 2 syllables, divided as len · gthier. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lengthier" have?
"lengthier" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lengthier" into syllables?
"lengthier" is divided into syllables as: len · gthier.
What is the Scrabble score for "lengthier"?
The Scrabble score for "lengthier" is 13 points.
Using “lengthier” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lengthier" (len · gthier) 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, “lengthier” is worth 13 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 “lengthier”
The letters in “lengthier” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lightener.