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