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