How many syllables in “lingers”?
syllables in "lingers"
Word details
Syllables
2
lin · gers
Letters
7
l · i · n · g · e · r · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “lingers”
The word “lingers” contains 2 syllables, divided as lin · gers. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lingers" have?
"lingers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lingers" into syllables?
"lingers" is divided into syllables as: lin · gers.
What is the Scrabble score for "lingers"?
The Scrabble score for "lingers" is 8 points.
Using “lingers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lingers" (lin · gers) 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, “lingers” 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 “lingers”
The letters in “lingers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: slinger.