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