How many syllables in “lichees”?
syllables in "lichees"
Word details
Syllables
2
lic · hees
Letters
7
l · i · c · h · e · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “lichees”
The word “lichees” contains 2 syllables, divided as lic · hees. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lichees" have?
"lichees" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lichees" into syllables?
"lichees" is divided into syllables as: lic · hees.
What is the Scrabble score for "lichees"?
The Scrabble score for "lichees" is 12 points.
Using “lichees” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lichees" (lic · hees) 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, “lichees” is worth 12 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 “lichees”
The letters in “lichees” can be rearranged to spell one other word: helices.