How many syllables in “permissible”?
syllables in "permissible"
Word details
Syllables
5
per · mis · sib · le
Letters
11
p · e · r · m · i · s · s · i · b · l · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “permissible”
The word “permissible” contains 5 syllables, divided as per · mis · sib · le. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "permissible" have?
"permissible" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "permissible" into syllables?
"permissible" is divided into syllables as: per · mis · sib · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "permissible"?
The Scrabble score for "permissible" is 17 points.
Using “permissible” in writing
"permissible" (per · mis · sib · le) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “permissible” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “permissible”
The letters in “permissible” can be rearranged to spell one other word: impressible.