How many syllables in “lustres”?
syllables in "lustres"
Word details
Syllables
2
lu · stres
Letters
7
l · u · s · t · r · e · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “lustres”
The word “lustres” contains 2 syllables, divided as lu · stres. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lustres" have?
"lustres" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lustres" into syllables?
"lustres" is divided into syllables as: lu · stres.
What is the Scrabble score for "lustres"?
The Scrabble score for "lustres" is 7 points.
Using “lustres” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lustres" (lu · stres) 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, “lustres” 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 “lustres”
The letters in “lustres” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: lusters, results, rustles, sutlers, ulsters.