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How many syllables in “sortilege”?

3

syllables in "sortilege"

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Word details

Syllables

3

sor · til · ege

Letters

9

s · o · r · t · i · l · e · g · e

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
o1
r1
t1
i1
l1
e1
g2
e1

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About the word “sortilege

The word sortilege contains 3 syllables, divided as sor · til · ege. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "sortilege" have?

"sortilege" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "sortilege" into syllables?

"sortilege" is divided into syllables as: sor · til · ege.

What is the Scrabble score for "sortilege"?

The Scrabble score for "sortilege" is 10 points.

Using “sortilege” in writing

Three-syllable words like "sortilege" (sor · til · ege) 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, sortilege is worth 10 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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