How many syllables in “lineman”?
syllables in "lineman"
Word details
Syllables
3
li · ne · man
Letters
7
l · i · n · e · m · a · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “lineman”
The word “lineman” contains 3 syllables, divided as li · ne · man. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lineman" have?
"lineman" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lineman" into syllables?
"lineman" is divided into syllables as: li · ne · man.
What is the Scrabble score for "lineman"?
The Scrabble score for "lineman" is 9 points.
Using “lineman” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lineman" (li · ne · man) 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, “lineman” is worth 9 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 “lineman”
The letters in “lineman” can be rearranged to spell one other word: melanin.