How many syllables in “lipases”?
syllables in "lipases"
Word details
Syllables
2
lipa · ses
Letters
7
l · i · p · a · s · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “lipases”
The word “lipases” contains 2 syllables, divided as lipa · ses. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lipases" have?
"lipases" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lipases" into syllables?
"lipases" is divided into syllables as: lipa · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "lipases"?
The Scrabble score for "lipases" is 9 points.
Using “lipases” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lipases" (lipa · ses) 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, “lipases” 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 “lipases”
The letters in “lipases” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: espials, lapises, palsies.