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