How many syllables in “lineament”?
syllables in "lineament"
Word details
Syllables
3
li · nea · ment
Letters
9
l · i · n · e · a · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “lineament”
The word “lineament” contains 3 syllables, divided as li · nea · ment. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lineament" have?
"lineament" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lineament" into syllables?
"lineament" is divided into syllables as: li · nea · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "lineament"?
The Scrabble score for "lineament" is 11 points.
Using “lineament” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lineament" (li · nea · ment) 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, “lineament” is worth 11 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 “lineament”
The letters in “lineament” can be rearranged to spell one other word: alinement.