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