How many syllables in “mitered”?
syllables in "mitered"
Word details
Syllables
2
mite · red
Letters
7
m · i · t · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “mitered”
The word “mitered” contains 2 syllables, divided as mite · red. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mitered" have?
"mitered" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mitered" into syllables?
"mitered" is divided into syllables as: mite · red.
What is the Scrabble score for "mitered"?
The Scrabble score for "mitered" is 10 points.
Using “mitered” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mitered" (mite · red) 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, “mitered” 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 “mitered”
The letters in “mitered” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: demerit, dimeter, merited, retimed.