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How many syllables in “blemish”?

2

syllables in "blemish"

blemish
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Word details

Syllables

2

ble · mish

Letters

7

b · l · e · m · i · s · h

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
l1
e1
m3
i1
s1
h4

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About the word “blemish

The word blemish contains 2 syllables, divided as ble · mish. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "blemish" have?

"blemish" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "blemish" into syllables?

"blemish" is divided into syllables as: ble · mish.

What is the Scrabble score for "blemish"?

The Scrabble score for "blemish" is 14 points.

Using “blemish” in writing

Two-syllable words like "blemish" (ble · mish) 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, blemish is worth 14 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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