How many syllables in “litharges”?
syllables in "litharges"
Word details
Syllables
3
lit · har · ges
Letters
9
l · i · t · h · a · r · g · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “litharges”
The word “litharges” contains 3 syllables, divided as lit · har · ges. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "litharges" have?
"litharges" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "litharges" into syllables?
"litharges" is divided into syllables as: lit · har · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "litharges"?
The Scrabble score for "litharges" is 13 points.
Using “litharges” in writing
Three-syllable words like "litharges" (lit · har · ges) 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, “litharges” is worth 13 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 “litharges”
The letters in “litharges” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: ghastlier, thirlages.