How many syllables in “lonesome”?
syllables in "lonesome"
Word details
Syllables
3
lon · eso · me
Letters
8
l · o · n · e · s · o · m · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “lonesome”
The word “lonesome” contains 3 syllables, divided as lon · eso · me. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lonesome" have?
"lonesome" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lonesome" into syllables?
"lonesome" is divided into syllables as: lon · eso · me.
What is the Scrabble score for "lonesome"?
The Scrabble score for "lonesome" is 10 points.
Using “lonesome” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lonesome" (lon · eso · me) 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, “lonesome” is worth 10 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 “lonesome”
The letters in “lonesome” can be rearranged to spell one other word: oenomels.