How many syllables in “mantises”?
syllables in "mantises"
Word details
Syllables
2
mant · ises
Letters
8
m · a · n · t · i · s · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “mantises”
The word “mantises” contains 2 syllables, divided as mant · ises. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mantises" have?
"mantises" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mantises" into syllables?
"mantises" is divided into syllables as: mant · ises.
What is the Scrabble score for "mantises"?
The Scrabble score for "mantises" is 10 points.
Using “mantises” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mantises" (mant · ises) 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, “mantises” is worth 10 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 “mantises”
The letters in “mantises” can be rearranged to spell one other word: matiness.