How many syllables in “mitoses”?
syllables in "mitoses"
Word details
Syllables
2
mito · ses
Letters
7
m · i · t · o · s · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “mitoses”
The word “mitoses” contains 2 syllables, divided as mito · ses. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mitoses" have?
"mitoses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mitoses" into syllables?
"mitoses" is divided into syllables as: mito · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "mitoses"?
The Scrabble score for "mitoses" is 9 points.
Using “mitoses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mitoses" (mito · ses) 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, “mitoses” is worth 9 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 “mitoses”
The letters in “mitoses” can be rearranged to spell one other word: somites.