How many syllables in “psalmist”?
syllables in "psalmist"
Word details
Syllables
2
psal · mist
Letters
8
p · s · a · l · m · i · s · t
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “psalmist”
The word “psalmist” contains 2 syllables, divided as psal · mist. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "psalmist" have?
"psalmist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "psalmist" into syllables?
"psalmist" is divided into syllables as: psal · mist.
What is the Scrabble score for "psalmist"?
The Scrabble score for "psalmist" is 12 points.
Using “psalmist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "psalmist" (psal · mist) 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, “psalmist” is worth 12 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 “psalmist”
The letters in “psalmist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: palmists.