How many syllables in “admits”?
syllables in "admits"
Word details
Syllables
2
ad · mits
Letters
6
a · d · m · i · t · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “admits”
The word “admits” contains 2 syllables, divided as ad · mits. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "admits" have?
"admits" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "admits" into syllables?
"admits" is divided into syllables as: ad · mits.
What is the Scrabble score for "admits"?
The Scrabble score for "admits" is 9 points.
Using “admits” in writing
Two-syllable words like "admits" (ad · mits) 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, “admits” 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 “admits”
The letters in “admits” can be rearranged to spell one other word: amidst.