How many syllables in “mitten”?
syllables in "mitten"
Word details
Syllables
2
mit · ten
Letters
6
m · i · t · t · e · n
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “mitten”
The word “mitten” contains 2 syllables, divided as mit · ten. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mitten" have?
"mitten" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mitten" into syllables?
"mitten" is divided into syllables as: mit · ten.
What is the Scrabble score for "mitten"?
The Scrabble score for "mitten" is 8 points.
Using “mitten” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mitten" (mit · ten) 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, “mitten” is worth 8 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 “mitten”
The letters in “mitten” can be rearranged to spell one other word: titmen.