How many syllables in “rattish”?
syllables in "rattish"
Word details
Syllables
2
rat · tish
Letters
7
r · a · t · t · i · s · h
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “rattish”
The word “rattish” contains 2 syllables, divided as rat · tish. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rattish" have?
"rattish" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rattish" into syllables?
"rattish" is divided into syllables as: rat · tish.
What is the Scrabble score for "rattish"?
The Scrabble score for "rattish" is 10 points.
Using “rattish” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rattish" (rat · tish) 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, “rattish” is worth 10 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 “rattish”
The letters in “rattish” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: athirst, tartish.