How many syllables in “raiment”?
syllables in "raiment"
Word details
Syllables
2
rai · ment
Letters
7
r · a · i · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “raiment”
The word “raiment” contains 2 syllables, divided as rai · ment. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "raiment" have?
"raiment" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "raiment" into syllables?
"raiment" is divided into syllables as: rai · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "raiment"?
The Scrabble score for "raiment" is 9 points.
Using “raiment” in writing
Two-syllable words like "raiment" (rai · ment) 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, “raiment” is worth 9 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 “raiment”
The letters in “raiment” can be rearranged to spell one other word: minaret.