How many syllables in “lutefisk”?
syllables in "lutefisk"
Word details
Syllables
3
lu · te · fisk
Letters
8
l · u · t · e · f · i · s · k
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “lutefisk”
The word “lutefisk” contains 3 syllables, divided as lu · te · fisk. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lutefisk" have?
"lutefisk" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "lutefisk" into syllables?
"lutefisk" is divided into syllables as: lu · te · fisk.
What is the Scrabble score for "lutefisk"?
The Scrabble score for "lutefisk" is 15 points.
Using “lutefisk” in writing
Three-syllable words like "lutefisk" (lu · te · fisk) 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, “lutefisk” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “lutefisk”
The letters in “lutefisk” can be rearranged to spell one other word: flukiest.