How many syllables in “loners”?
syllables in "loners"
Word details
Syllables
2
lo · ners
Letters
6
l · o · n · e · r · s
Scrabble
6
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About the word “loners”
The word “loners” contains 2 syllables, divided as lo · ners. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "loners" have?
"loners" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "loners" into syllables?
"loners" is divided into syllables as: lo · ners.
What is the Scrabble score for "loners"?
The Scrabble score for "loners" is 6 points.
Using “loners” in writing
Two-syllable words like "loners" (lo · ners) 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, “loners” is worth 6 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 “loners”
The letters in “loners” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: enrols, nerols.