How many syllables in “jitter”?
syllables in "jitter"
Word details
Syllables
2
jit · ter
Letters
6
j · i · t · t · e · r
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “jitter”
The word “jitter” contains 2 syllables, divided as jit · ter. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jitter" have?
"jitter" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "jitter" into syllables?
"jitter" is divided into syllables as: jit · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "jitter"?
The Scrabble score for "jitter" is 13 points.
Using “jitter” in writing
Two-syllable words like "jitter" (jit · ter) 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, “jitter” is worth 13 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 “jitter”
The letters in “jitter” can be rearranged to spell one other word: trijet.