How many syllables in “literal”?
syllables in "literal"
Word details
Syllables
3
li · te · ral
Letters
7
l · i · t · e · r · a · l
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “literal”
The word “literal” contains 3 syllables, divided as li · te · ral. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "literal" have?
"literal" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "literal" into syllables?
"literal" is divided into syllables as: li · te · ral.
What is the Scrabble score for "literal"?
The Scrabble score for "literal" is 7 points.
Using “literal” in writing
Three-syllable words like "literal" (li · te · ral) 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, “literal” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “literal”
The letters in “literal” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tallier.