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How many syllables in “dismissions”?

3

syllables in "dismissions"

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Word details

Syllables

3

dismis · sions

Letters

11

d · i · s · m · i · s · s · i · o · n · s

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
i1
s1
m3
i1
s1
s1
i1
o1
n1
s1

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About the word “dismissions

The word dismissions contains 3 syllables, divided as dismis · sions. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "dismissions" have?

"dismissions" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "dismissions" into syllables?

"dismissions" is divided into syllables as: dismis · sions.

What is the Scrabble score for "dismissions"?

The Scrabble score for "dismissions" is 14 points.

Using “dismissions” in writing

Three-syllable words like "dismissions" (dismis · sions) 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, dismissions 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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