How many syllables in “isthmi”?
syllables in "isthmi"
Word details
Syllables
2
is · thmi
Letters
6
i · s · t · h · m · i
Scrabble
11
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “isthmi”
The word “isthmi” contains 2 syllables, divided as is · thmi. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "isthmi" have?
"isthmi" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "isthmi" into syllables?
"isthmi" is divided into syllables as: is · thmi.
What is the Scrabble score for "isthmi"?
The Scrabble score for "isthmi" is 11 points.
Using “isthmi” in writing
Two-syllable words like "isthmi" (is · thmi) 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, “isthmi” is worth 11 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 “isthmi”
The letters in “isthmi” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mishit.