How many syllables in “ligases”?
syllables in "ligases"
Word details
Syllables
2
liga · ses
Letters
7
l · i · g · a · s · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “ligases”
The word “ligases” contains 2 syllables, divided as liga · ses. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ligases" have?
"ligases" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ligases" into syllables?
"ligases" is divided into syllables as: liga · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "ligases"?
The Scrabble score for "ligases" is 8 points.
Using “ligases” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ligases" (liga · ses) 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, “ligases” 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 “ligases”
The letters in “ligases” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: glassie, silages.