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How many syllables in “ligases”?

2

syllables in "ligases"

ligases
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Word details

Syllables

2

liga · ses

Letters

7

l · i · g · a · s · e · s

Scrabble

8

points

Scrabble letter values

l1
i1
g2
a1
s1
e1
s1

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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.

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