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How many syllables in “lustrating”?

3

syllables in "lustrating"

lustrating
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Word details

Syllables

3

lu · stra · ting

Letters

10

l · u · s · t · r · a · t · i · n · g

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

l1
u1
s1
t1
r1
a1
t1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “lustrating

The word lustrating contains 3 syllables, divided as lu · stra · ting. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "lustrating" have?

"lustrating" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "lustrating" into syllables?

"lustrating" is divided into syllables as: lu · stra · ting.

What is the Scrabble score for "lustrating"?

The Scrabble score for "lustrating" is 11 points.

Using “lustrating” in writing

Three-syllable words like "lustrating" (lu · stra · ting) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, lustrating is worth 11 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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