How many syllables in “lesbians”?
syllables in "lesbians"
Word details
Syllables
2
les · bians
Letters
8
l · e · s · b · i · a · n · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “lesbians”
The word “lesbians” contains 2 syllables, divided as les · bians. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lesbians" have?
"lesbians" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lesbians" into syllables?
"lesbians" is divided into syllables as: les · bians.
What is the Scrabble score for "lesbians"?
The Scrabble score for "lesbians" is 10 points.
Using “lesbians” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lesbians" (les · bians) 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, “lesbians” is worth 10 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.