How many syllables in “tissues”?
syllables in "tissues"
Word details
Syllables
2
tis · sues
Letters
7
t · i · s · s · u · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “tissues”
The word “tissues” contains 2 syllables, divided as tis · sues. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tissues" have?
"tissues" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tissues" into syllables?
"tissues" is divided into syllables as: tis · sues.
What is the Scrabble score for "tissues"?
The Scrabble score for "tissues" is 7 points.
Using “tissues” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tissues" (tis · sues) 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, “tissues” 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 “tissues”
The letters in “tissues” can be rearranged to spell one other word: situses.