How many syllables in “lipsticks”?
syllables in "lipsticks"
Word details
Syllables
2
lip · sticks
Letters
9
l · i · p · s · t · i · c · k · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “lipsticks”
The word “lipsticks” contains 2 syllables, divided as lip · sticks. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lipsticks" have?
"lipsticks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lipsticks" into syllables?
"lipsticks" is divided into syllables as: lip · sticks.
What is the Scrabble score for "lipsticks"?
The Scrabble score for "lipsticks" is 17 points.
Using “lipsticks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lipsticks" (lip · sticks) 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, “lipsticks” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “lipsticks”
The letters in “lipsticks” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lickspits.