How many syllables in “fisted”?
syllables in "fisted"
Word details
Syllables
2
fi · sted
Letters
6
f · i · s · t · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “fisted”
The word “fisted” contains 2 syllables, divided as fi · sted. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fisted" have?
"fisted" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fisted" into syllables?
"fisted" is divided into syllables as: fi · sted.
What is the Scrabble score for "fisted"?
The Scrabble score for "fisted" is 10 points.
Using “fisted” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fisted" (fi · sted) 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, “fisted” is worth 10 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 “fisted”
The letters in “fisted” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sifted.