How many syllables in “lotah”?
syllables in "lotah"
Word details
Syllables
2
lo · tah
Letters
5
l · o · t · a · h
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “lotah”
The word “lotah” contains 2 syllables, divided as lo · tah. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lotah" have?
"lotah" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lotah" into syllables?
"lotah" is divided into syllables as: lo · tah.
What is the Scrabble score for "lotah"?
The Scrabble score for "lotah" is 8 points.
Using “lotah” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lotah" (lo · tah) 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, “lotah” 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 “lotah”
The letters in “lotah” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: altho, loath.