How many syllables in “lories”?
syllables in "lories"
Word details
Syllables
2
lo · ries
Letters
6
l · o · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
6
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About the word “lories”
The word “lories” contains 2 syllables, divided as lo · ries. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lories" have?
"lories" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lories" into syllables?
"lories" is divided into syllables as: lo · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "lories"?
The Scrabble score for "lories" is 6 points.
Using “lories” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lories" (lo · ries) 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, “lories” 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 “lories”
The letters in “lories” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: oilers, oriels, reoils.