How many syllables in “surmises”?
syllables in "surmises"
Word details
Syllables
2
surm · ises
Letters
8
s · u · r · m · i · s · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “surmises”
The word “surmises” contains 2 syllables, divided as surm · ises. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "surmises" have?
"surmises" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "surmises" into syllables?
"surmises" is divided into syllables as: surm · ises.
What is the Scrabble score for "surmises"?
The Scrabble score for "surmises" is 10 points.
Using “surmises” in writing
Two-syllable words like "surmises" (surm · ises) 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, “surmises” 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 “surmises”
The letters in “surmises” can be rearranged to spell one other word: misusers.