How many syllables in “lifetime”?
syllables in "lifetime"
Word details
Syllables
3
lif · eti · me
Letters
8
l · i · f · e · t · i · m · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “lifetime”
The word “lifetime” contains 3 syllables, divided as lif · eti · me. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lifetime" have?
"lifetime" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lifetime" into syllables?
"lifetime" is divided into syllables as: lif · eti · me.
What is the Scrabble score for "lifetime"?
The Scrabble score for "lifetime" is 13 points.
Using “lifetime” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lifetime" (lif · eti · me) 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, “lifetime” is worth 13 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.