How many syllables in “litanies”?
syllables in "litanies"
Word details
Syllables
3
li · ta · nies
Letters
8
l · i · t · a · n · i · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “litanies”
The word “litanies” contains 3 syllables, divided as li · ta · nies. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "litanies" have?
"litanies" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "litanies" into syllables?
"litanies" is divided into syllables as: li · ta · nies.
What is the Scrabble score for "litanies"?
The Scrabble score for "litanies" is 8 points.
Using “litanies” in writing
Three-syllable words like "litanies" (li · ta · nies) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “litanies” 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 “litanies”
The letters in “litanies” can be rearranged to spell one other word: alienist.