How many syllables in “summit”?
syllables in "summit"
Word details
Syllables
2
sum · mit
Letters
6
s · u · m · m · i · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “summit”
The word “summit” contains 2 syllables, divided as sum · mit. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "summit" have?
"summit" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "summit" into syllables?
"summit" is divided into syllables as: sum · mit.
What is the Scrabble score for "summit"?
The Scrabble score for "summit" is 10 points.
Using “summit” in writing
Two-syllable words like "summit" (sum · 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, “summit” 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 “summit”
The letters in “summit” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mutism.