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How many syllables in “lichee”?

2

syllables in "lichee"

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Word details

Syllables

2

lic · hee

Letters

6

l · i · c · h · e · e

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

l1
i1
c3
h4
e1
e1

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About the word “lichee

The word lichee contains 2 syllables, divided as lic · hee. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "lichee" have?

"lichee" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "lichee" into syllables?

"lichee" is divided into syllables as: lic · hee.

What is the Scrabble score for "lichee"?

The Scrabble score for "lichee" is 11 points.

Using “lichee” in writing

Two-syllable words like "lichee" (lic · hee) 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, lichee is worth 11 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.

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