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How many syllables in “longline”?

2

syllables in "longline"

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Word details

Syllables

2

long · line

Letters

8

l · o · n · g · l · i · n · e

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

l1
o1
n1
g2
l1
i1
n1
e1

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About the word “longline

The word longline contains 2 syllables, divided as long · line. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "longline" have?

"longline" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "longline" into syllables?

"longline" is divided into syllables as: long · line.

What is the Scrabble score for "longline"?

The Scrabble score for "longline" is 9 points.

Using “longline” in writing

Two-syllable words like "longline" (long · line) 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, longline 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.

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