How many syllables in “premiss”?
syllables in "premiss"
Word details
Syllables
2
pre · miss
Letters
7
p · r · e · m · i · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “premiss”
The word “premiss” contains 2 syllables, divided as pre · miss. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "premiss" have?
"premiss" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "premiss" into syllables?
"premiss" is divided into syllables as: pre · miss.
What is the Scrabble score for "premiss"?
The Scrabble score for "premiss" is 11 points.
Using “premiss” in writing
Two-syllable words like "premiss" (pre · miss) 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, “premiss” 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 “premiss”
The letters in “premiss” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: impress, simpers, spirems.