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