How many syllables in “lustring”?
syllables in "lustring"
Word details
Syllables
2
lu · string
Letters
8
l · u · s · t · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “lustring”
The word “lustring” contains 2 syllables, divided as lu · string. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lustring" have?
"lustring" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lustring" into syllables?
"lustring" is divided into syllables as: lu · string.
What is the Scrabble score for "lustring"?
The Scrabble score for "lustring" is 9 points.
Using “lustring” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lustring" (lu · string) 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, “lustring” is worth 9 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 “lustring”
The letters in “lustring” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rustling.