How many syllables in “longies”?
syllables in "longies"
Word details
Syllables
2
lon · gies
Letters
7
l · o · n · g · i · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “longies”
The word “longies” contains 2 syllables, divided as lon · gies. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "longies" have?
"longies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "longies" into syllables?
"longies" is divided into syllables as: lon · gies.
What is the Scrabble score for "longies"?
The Scrabble score for "longies" is 8 points.
Using “longies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "longies" (lon · gies) 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, “longies” is worth 8 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 “longies”
The letters in “longies” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: eloigns, legions, lingoes.