How many syllables in “mortise”?
syllables in "mortise"
Word details
Syllables
2
mort · ise
Letters
7
m · o · r · t · i · s · e
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “mortise”
The word “mortise” contains 2 syllables, divided as mort · ise. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mortise" have?
"mortise" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mortise" into syllables?
"mortise" is divided into syllables as: mort · ise.
What is the Scrabble score for "mortise"?
The Scrabble score for "mortise" is 9 points.
Using “mortise” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mortise" (mort · ise) 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, “mortise” 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 “mortise”
The letters in “mortise” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: erotism, moister, trisome.