How many syllables in “admissive”?
syllables in "admissive"
Word details
Syllables
3
adm · iss · ive
Letters
9
a · d · m · i · s · s · i · v · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “admissive”
The word “admissive” contains 3 syllables, divided as adm · iss · ive. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "admissive" have?
"admissive" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "admissive" into syllables?
"admissive" is divided into syllables as: adm · iss · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "admissive"?
The Scrabble score for "admissive" is 15 points.
Using “admissive” in writing
Three-syllable words like "admissive" (adm · iss · ive) 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, “admissive” 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 “admissive”
The letters in “admissive” can be rearranged to spell one other word: misadvise.