How many syllables in “jujitsu”?
syllables in "jujitsu"
Word details
Syllables
3
ju · jit · su
Letters
7
j · u · j · i · t · s · u
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “jujitsu”
The word “jujitsu” contains 3 syllables, divided as ju · jit · su. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jujitsu" have?
"jujitsu" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "jujitsu" into syllables?
"jujitsu" is divided into syllables as: ju · jit · su.
What is the Scrabble score for "jujitsu"?
The Scrabble score for "jujitsu" is 21 points.
Using “jujitsu” in writing
Three-syllable words like "jujitsu" (ju · jit · su) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “jujitsu” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “jujitsu”
The letters in “jujitsu” can be rearranged to spell one other word: jujuist.