How many syllables in “pretermits”?
syllables in "pretermits"
Word details
Syllables
3
pre · ter · mits
Letters
10
p · r · e · t · e · r · m · i · t · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “pretermits”
The word “pretermits” contains 3 syllables, divided as pre · ter · mits. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pretermits" have?
"pretermits" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pretermits" into syllables?
"pretermits" is divided into syllables as: pre · ter · mits.
What is the Scrabble score for "pretermits"?
The Scrabble score for "pretermits" is 14 points.
Using “pretermits” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pretermits" (pre · ter · mits) 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, “pretermits” is worth 14 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 “pretermits”
The letters in “pretermits” can be rearranged to spell one other word: permitters.