How many syllables in “totemite”?
syllables in "totemite"
Word details
Syllables
3
tot · emi · te
Letters
8
t · o · t · e · m · i · t · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “totemite”
The word “totemite” contains 3 syllables, divided as tot · emi · te. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "totemite" have?
"totemite" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "totemite" into syllables?
"totemite" is divided into syllables as: tot · emi · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "totemite"?
The Scrabble score for "totemite" is 10 points.
Using “totemite” in writing
Three-syllable words like "totemite" (tot · emi · te) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “totemite” 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.