How many syllables in “lentils”?
syllables in "lentils"
Word details
Syllables
2
len · tils
Letters
7
l · e · n · t · i · l · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “lentils”
The word “lentils” contains 2 syllables, divided as len · tils. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lentils" have?
"lentils" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lentils" into syllables?
"lentils" is divided into syllables as: len · tils.
What is the Scrabble score for "lentils"?
The Scrabble score for "lentils" is 7 points.
Using “lentils” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lentils" (len · tils) 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, “lentils” 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 “lentils”
The letters in “lentils” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lintels.