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