How many syllables in “leotards”?
syllables in "leotards"
Word details
Syllables
2
leo · tards
Letters
8
l · e · o · t · a · r · d · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “leotards”
The word “leotards” contains 2 syllables, divided as leo · tards. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "leotards" have?
"leotards" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "leotards" into syllables?
"leotards" is divided into syllables as: leo · tards.
What is the Scrabble score for "leotards"?
The Scrabble score for "leotards" is 9 points.
Using “leotards” in writing
Two-syllable words like "leotards" (leo · tards) 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, “leotards” is worth 9 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 “leotards”
The letters in “leotards” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: delators, lodestar.