How many syllables in “librae”?
syllables in "librae"
Word details
Syllables
2
li · brae
Letters
6
l · i · b · r · a · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “librae”
The word “librae” contains 2 syllables, divided as li · brae. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "librae" have?
"librae" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "librae" into syllables?
"librae" is divided into syllables as: li · brae.
What is the Scrabble score for "librae"?
The Scrabble score for "librae" is 8 points.
Using “librae” in writing
Two-syllable words like "librae" (li · brae) 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, “librae” is worth 8 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 “librae”
The letters in “librae” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bailer.