How many syllables in “lines”?
syllables in "lines"
Word details
Syllables
2
li · nes
Letters
5
l · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “lines”
The word “lines” contains 2 syllables, divided as li · nes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lines" have?
"lines" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lines" into syllables?
"lines" is divided into syllables as: li · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "lines"?
The Scrabble score for "lines" is 5 points.
Using “lines” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lines" (li · nes) 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, “lines” is worth 5 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 “lines”
The letters in “lines” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: lenis, liens.