How many syllables in “remit”?
syllables in "remit"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · mit
Letters
5
r · e · m · i · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “remit”
The word “remit” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · mit. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "remit" have?
"remit" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "remit" into syllables?
"remit" is divided into syllables as: re · mit.
What is the Scrabble score for "remit"?
The Scrabble score for "remit" is 7 points.
Using “remit” in writing
Two-syllable words like "remit" (re · mit) 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, “remit” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “remit”
The letters in “remit” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: merit, miter, mitre, timer.