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