How many syllables in “pelmet”?
syllables in "pelmet"
Word details
Syllables
2
pel · met
Letters
6
p · e · l · m · e · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “pelmet”
The word “pelmet” contains 2 syllables, divided as pel · met. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pelmet" have?
"pelmet" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pelmet" into syllables?
"pelmet" is divided into syllables as: pel · met.
What is the Scrabble score for "pelmet"?
The Scrabble score for "pelmet" is 10 points.
Using “pelmet” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pelmet" (pel · met) 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, “pelmet” 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 “pelmet”
The letters in “pelmet” can be rearranged to spell one other word: temple.