How many syllables in “lotuses”?
syllables in "lotuses"
Word details
Syllables
2
lotu · ses
Letters
7
l · o · t · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “lotuses”
The word “lotuses” contains 2 syllables, divided as lotu · ses. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lotuses" have?
"lotuses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lotuses" into syllables?
"lotuses" is divided into syllables as: lotu · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "lotuses"?
The Scrabble score for "lotuses" is 7 points.
Using “lotuses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lotuses" (lotu · ses) 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, “lotuses” is worth 7 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 “lotuses”
The letters in “lotuses” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: solutes, tousles.