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