How many syllables in “lightfastness”?
syllables in "lightfastness"
Word details
Syllables
3
lig · htfas · tness
Letters
13
l · i · g · h · t · f · a · s · t · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “lightfastness”
The word “lightfastness” contains 3 syllables, divided as lig · htfas · tness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lightfastness" have?
"lightfastness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lightfastness" into syllables?
"lightfastness" is divided into syllables as: lig · htfas · tness.
What is the Scrabble score for "lightfastness"?
The Scrabble score for "lightfastness" is 20 points.
Using “lightfastness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lightfastness" (lig · htfas · tness) 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, “lightfastness” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.