How many syllables in “newish”?
syllables in "newish"
Word details
Syllables
2
ne · wish
Letters
6
n · e · w · i · s · h
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “newish”
The word “newish” contains 2 syllables, divided as ne · wish. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "newish" have?
"newish" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "newish" into syllables?
"newish" is divided into syllables as: ne · wish.
What is the Scrabble score for "newish"?
The Scrabble score for "newish" is 12 points.
Using “newish” in writing
Two-syllable words like "newish" (ne · wish) 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, “newish” is worth 12 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 “newish”
The letters in “newish” can be rearranged to spell one other word: whines.