How many syllables in “lintel”?
syllables in "lintel"
Word details
Syllables
2
lin · tel
Letters
6
l · i · n · t · e · l
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “lintel”
The word “lintel” contains 2 syllables, divided as lin · tel. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lintel" have?
"lintel" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lintel" into syllables?
"lintel" is divided into syllables as: lin · tel.
What is the Scrabble score for "lintel"?
The Scrabble score for "lintel" is 6 points.
Using “lintel” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lintel" (lin · tel) 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, “lintel” is worth 6 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 “lintel”
The letters in “lintel” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lentil.