How many syllables in “dampish”?
syllables in "dampish"
Word details
Syllables
2
dam · pish
Letters
7
d · a · m · p · i · s · h
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “dampish”
The word “dampish” contains 2 syllables, divided as dam · pish. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dampish" have?
"dampish" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dampish" into syllables?
"dampish" is divided into syllables as: dam · pish.
What is the Scrabble score for "dampish"?
The Scrabble score for "dampish" is 15 points.
Using “dampish” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dampish" (dam · pish) 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, “dampish” 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 “dampish”
The letters in “dampish” can be rearranged to spell one other word: phasmid.