How many syllables in “lineaments”?
syllables in "lineaments"
Word details
Syllables
3
li · nea · ments
Letters
10
l · i · n · e · a · m · e · n · t · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “lineaments”
The word “lineaments” contains 3 syllables, divided as li · nea · ments. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lineaments" have?
"lineaments" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lineaments" into syllables?
"lineaments" is divided into syllables as: li · nea · ments.
What is the Scrabble score for "lineaments"?
The Scrabble score for "lineaments" is 12 points.
Using “lineaments” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lineaments" (li · nea · ments) 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, “lineaments” is worth 12 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 “lineaments”
The letters in “lineaments” can be rearranged to spell one other word: alinements.