How many syllables in “lesion”?
syllables in "lesion"
Word details
Syllables
2
lesion
Letters
6
l · e · s · i · o · n
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “lesion”
The word “lesion” contains 2 syllables, divided as lesion. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lesion" have?
"lesion" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lesion" into syllables?
"lesion" is divided into syllables as: lesion.
What is the Scrabble score for "lesion"?
The Scrabble score for "lesion" is 6 points.
Using “lesion” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lesion" (lesion) 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, “lesion” is worth 6 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 “lesion”
The letters in “lesion” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: eloins, insole, oleins.