How many syllables in “lilliput”?
syllables in "lilliput"
Word details
Syllables
3
lil · li · put
Letters
8
l · i · l · l · i · p · u · t
Scrabble
10
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About the word “lilliput”
The word “lilliput” contains 3 syllables, divided as lil · li · put. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lilliput" have?
"lilliput" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lilliput" into syllables?
"lilliput" is divided into syllables as: lil · li · put.
What is the Scrabble score for "lilliput"?
The Scrabble score for "lilliput" is 10 points.
Using “lilliput” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lilliput" (lil · li · put) 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, “lilliput” is worth 10 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.