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How many syllables in “pastis”?

2

syllables in "pastis"

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Word details

Syllables

2

pa · stis

Letters

6

p · a · s · t · i · s

Scrabble

8

points

Scrabble letter values

p3
a1
s1
t1
i1
s1

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About the word “pastis

The word pastis contains 2 syllables, divided as pa · stis. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "pastis" have?

"pastis" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "pastis" into syllables?

"pastis" is divided into syllables as: pa · stis.

What is the Scrabble score for "pastis"?

The Scrabble score for "pastis" is 8 points.

Using “pastis” in writing

Two-syllable words like "pastis" (pa · stis) 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, pastis is worth 8 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 “pastis

The letters in pastis can be rearranged to spell one other word: spaits.

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