How many syllables in “ism”?
syllable in "ism"
Word details
Syllables
1
ism
Letters
3
i · s · m
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “ism”
The word “ism” contains 1 syllable, divided as ism. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ism" have?
"ism" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ism" into syllables?
"ism" is divided into syllables as: ism.
What is the Scrabble score for "ism"?
The Scrabble score for "ism" is 5 points.
Using “ism” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ism" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ism” is worth 5 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 “ism”
The letters in “ism” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: mis, sim.