How many syllables in “lithos”?
syllables in "lithos"
Word details
Syllables
2
lit · hos
Letters
6
l · i · t · h · o · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “lithos”
The word “lithos” contains 2 syllables, divided as lit · hos. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lithos" have?
"lithos" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lithos" into syllables?
"lithos" is divided into syllables as: lit · hos.
What is the Scrabble score for "lithos"?
The Scrabble score for "lithos" is 9 points.
Using “lithos” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lithos" (lit · hos) 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, “lithos” is worth 9 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 “lithos”
The letters in “lithos” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: holist, thiols.