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