How many syllables in “mites”?
syllables in "mites"
Word details
Syllables
2
mi · tes
Letters
5
m · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “mites”
The word “mites” contains 2 syllables, divided as mi · tes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mites" have?
"mites" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mites" into syllables?
"mites" is divided into syllables as: mi · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "mites"?
The Scrabble score for "mites" is 7 points.
Using “mites” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mites" (mi · tes) 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, “mites” is worth 7 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 “mites”
The letters in “mites” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: emits, items, metis, smite, stime, times.