How many syllables in “lionises”?
syllables in "lionises"
Word details
Syllables
2
lion · ises
Letters
8
l · i · o · n · i · s · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “lionises”
The word “lionises” contains 2 syllables, divided as lion · ises. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lionises" have?
"lionises" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lionises" into syllables?
"lionises" is divided into syllables as: lion · ises.
What is the Scrabble score for "lionises"?
The Scrabble score for "lionises" is 8 points.
Using “lionises” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lionises" (lion · ises) 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, “lionises” 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 “lionises”
The letters in “lionises” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: elisions, isolines, oiliness.