How many syllables in “limo”?
syllables in "limo"
Word details
Syllables
2
li · mo
Letters
4
l · i · m · o
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “limo”
The word “limo” contains 2 syllables, divided as li · mo. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "limo" have?
"limo" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "limo" into syllables?
"limo" is divided into syllables as: li · mo.
What is the Scrabble score for "limo"?
The Scrabble score for "limo" is 6 points.
Using “limo” in writing
Two-syllable words like "limo" (li · mo) 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, “limo” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “limo”
The letters in “limo” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: milo, moil.