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How many syllables in “lineup”?

2

syllables in "lineup"

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Word details

Syllables

2

li · neup

Letters

6

l · i · n · e · u · p

Scrabble

8

points

Scrabble letter values

l1
i1
n1
e1
u1
p3

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About the word “lineup

The word lineup contains 2 syllables, divided as li · neup. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "lineup" have?

"lineup" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "lineup" into syllables?

"lineup" is divided into syllables as: li · neup.

What is the Scrabble score for "lineup"?

The Scrabble score for "lineup" is 8 points.

Using “lineup” in writing

Two-syllable words like "lineup" (li · neup) 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, lineup is worth 8 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 “lineup

The letters in lineup can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: lupine, unpile.

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