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How many syllables in “modiste”?

2

syllables in "modiste"

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Word details

Syllables

2

modi · ste

Letters

7

m · o · d · i · s · t · e

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
o1
d2
i1
s1
t1
e1

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About the word “modiste

The word modiste contains 2 syllables, divided as modi · ste. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "modiste" have?

"modiste" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "modiste" into syllables?

"modiste" is divided into syllables as: modi · ste.

What is the Scrabble score for "modiste"?

The Scrabble score for "modiste" is 10 points.

Using “modiste” in writing

Two-syllable words like "modiste" (modi · ste) 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, modiste 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 “modiste

The letters in modiste can be rearranged to spell one other word: distome.

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