How many syllables in “itself”?
syllables in "itself"
Word details
Syllables
2
it · self
Letters
6
i · t · s · e · l · f
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “itself”
The word “itself” contains 2 syllables, divided as it · self. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "itself" have?
"itself" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "itself" into syllables?
"itself" is divided into syllables as: it · self.
What is the Scrabble score for "itself"?
The Scrabble score for "itself" is 9 points.
Using “itself” in writing
Two-syllable words like "itself" (it · self) 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, “itself” is worth 9 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 “itself”
The letters in “itself” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: filets, fliest, flites, stifle.