How many syllables in “sitar”?
syllables in "sitar"
Word details
Syllables
2
si · tar
Letters
5
s · i · t · a · r
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “sitar”
The word “sitar” contains 2 syllables, divided as si · tar. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sitar" have?
"sitar" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sitar" into syllables?
"sitar" is divided into syllables as: si · tar.
What is the Scrabble score for "sitar"?
The Scrabble score for "sitar" is 5 points.
Using “sitar” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sitar" (si · tar) 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, “sitar” is worth 5 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 “sitar”
The letters in “sitar” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: airts, astir, stair, stria, tarsi.