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How many syllables in “violists”?

2

syllables in "violists"

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Word details

Syllables

2

vio · lists

Letters

8

v · i · o · l · i · s · t · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

v4
i1
o1
l1
i1
s1
t1
s1

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About the word “violists

The word violists contains 2 syllables, divided as vio · lists. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "violists" have?

"violists" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "violists" into syllables?

"violists" is divided into syllables as: vio · lists.

What is the Scrabble score for "violists"?

The Scrabble score for "violists" is 11 points.

Using “violists” in writing

Two-syllable words like "violists" (vio · lists) 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, violists is worth 11 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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