How many syllables in “premise”?
syllables in "premise"
Word details
Syllables
2
prem · ise
Letters
7
p · r · e · m · i · s · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “premise”
The word “premise” contains 2 syllables, divided as prem · ise. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "premise" have?
"premise" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "premise" into syllables?
"premise" is divided into syllables as: prem · ise.
What is the Scrabble score for "premise"?
The Scrabble score for "premise" is 11 points.
Using “premise” in writing
Two-syllable words like "premise" (prem · ise) 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, “premise” is worth 11 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 “premise”
The letters in “premise” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: empires, emprise, epimers, imprese, premies, spireme.