How many syllables in “polemists”?
syllables in "polemists"
Word details
Syllables
3
po · le · mists
Letters
9
p · o · l · e · m · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “polemists”
The word “polemists” contains 3 syllables, divided as po · le · mists. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "polemists" have?
"polemists" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "polemists" into syllables?
"polemists" is divided into syllables as: po · le · mists.
What is the Scrabble score for "polemists"?
The Scrabble score for "polemists" is 13 points.
Using “polemists” in writing
Three-syllable words like "polemists" (po · le · mists) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “polemists” is worth 13 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 “polemists”
The letters in “polemists” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mileposts.