How many syllables in “palmette”?
syllables in "palmette"
Word details
Syllables
2
palm · ette
Letters
8
p · a · l · m · e · t · t · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “palmette”
The word “palmette” contains 2 syllables, divided as palm · ette. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "palmette" have?
"palmette" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "palmette" into syllables?
"palmette" is divided into syllables as: palm · ette.
What is the Scrabble score for "palmette"?
The Scrabble score for "palmette" is 12 points.
Using “palmette” in writing
Two-syllable words like "palmette" (palm · ette) 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, “palmette” 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 “palmette”
The letters in “palmette” can be rearranged to spell one other word: template.