How many syllables in “solitaire”?
syllables in "solitaire"
Word details
Syllables
3
sol · ita · ire
Letters
9
s · o · l · i · t · a · i · r · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “solitaire”
The word “solitaire” contains 3 syllables, divided as sol · ita · ire. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "solitaire" have?
"solitaire" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "solitaire" into syllables?
"solitaire" is divided into syllables as: sol · ita · ire.
What is the Scrabble score for "solitaire"?
The Scrabble score for "solitaire" is 9 points.
Using “solitaire” in writing
Three-syllable words like "solitaire" (sol · ita · ire) 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, “solitaire” 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 “solitaire”
The letters in “solitaire” can be rearranged to spell one other word: oralities.