How many syllables in “demission”?
syllables in "demission"
Word details
Syllables
3
demis · sion
Letters
9
d · e · m · i · s · s · i · o · n
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “demission”
The word “demission” contains 3 syllables, divided as demis · sion. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "demission" have?
"demission" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "demission" into syllables?
"demission" is divided into syllables as: demis · sion.
What is the Scrabble score for "demission"?
The Scrabble score for "demission" is 12 points.
Using “demission” in writing
Three-syllable words like "demission" (demis · sion) 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, “demission” is worth 12 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 “demission”
The letters in “demission” can be rearranged to spell one other word: missioned.