How many syllables in “liberals”?
syllables in "liberals"
Word details
Syllables
3
li · be · rals
Letters
8
l · i · b · e · r · a · l · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “liberals”
The word “liberals” contains 3 syllables, divided as li · be · rals. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "liberals" have?
"liberals" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "liberals" into syllables?
"liberals" is divided into syllables as: li · be · rals.
What is the Scrabble score for "liberals"?
The Scrabble score for "liberals" is 10 points.
Using “liberals” in writing
Three-syllable words like "liberals" (li · be · rals) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “liberals” 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.
Anagrams of “liberals”
The letters in “liberals” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: ballsier, brailles.