How many syllables in “lingoes”?
syllables in "lingoes"
Word details
Syllables
2
lin · goes
Letters
7
l · i · n · g · o · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “lingoes”
The word “lingoes” contains 2 syllables, divided as lin · goes. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lingoes" have?
"lingoes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lingoes" into syllables?
"lingoes" is divided into syllables as: lin · goes.
What is the Scrabble score for "lingoes"?
The Scrabble score for "lingoes" is 8 points.
Using “lingoes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lingoes" (lin · goes) 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, “lingoes” 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 “lingoes”
The letters in “lingoes” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: eloigns, legions, longies.