How many syllables in “lionesses”?
syllables in "lionesses"
Word details
Syllables
2
lione · sses
Letters
9
l · i · o · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “lionesses”
The word “lionesses” contains 2 syllables, divided as lione · sses. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lionesses" have?
"lionesses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lionesses" into syllables?
"lionesses" is divided into syllables as: lione · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "lionesses"?
The Scrabble score for "lionesses" is 9 points.
Using “lionesses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lionesses" (lione · sses) 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, “lionesses” is worth 9 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 “lionesses”
The letters in “lionesses” can be rearranged to spell one other word: noiseless.