How many syllables in “premised”?
syllables in "premised"
Word details
Syllables
2
prem · ised
Letters
8
p · r · e · m · i · s · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “premised”
The word “premised” contains 2 syllables, divided as prem · ised. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "premised" have?
"premised" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "premised" into syllables?
"premised" is divided into syllables as: prem · ised.
What is the Scrabble score for "premised"?
The Scrabble score for "premised" is 13 points.
Using “premised” in writing
Two-syllable words like "premised" (prem · ised) 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, “premised” 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 “premised”
The letters in “premised” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: demireps, epiderms, impeders, simpered.