How many syllables in “mite”?
syllable in "mite"
Word details
Syllables
1
mite
Letters
4
m · i · t · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mite”
The word “mite” contains 1 syllable, divided as mite. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mite" have?
"mite" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mite" into syllables?
"mite" is divided into syllables as: mite.
What is the Scrabble score for "mite"?
The Scrabble score for "mite" is 6 points.
Using “mite” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mite" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mite” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “mite”
The letters in “mite” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: emit, item, time.