How many syllables in “emits”?
syllables in "emits"
Word details
Syllables
2
e · mits
Letters
5
e · m · i · t · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “emits”
The word “emits” contains 2 syllables, divided as e · mits. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "emits" have?
"emits" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "emits" into syllables?
"emits" is divided into syllables as: e · mits.
What is the Scrabble score for "emits"?
The Scrabble score for "emits" is 7 points.
Using “emits” in writing
Two-syllable words like "emits" (e · 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, “emits” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “emits”
The letters in “emits” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: items, metis, mites, smite, stime, times.