How many syllables in “transmitter”?
syllables in "transmitter"
Word details
Syllables
3
tran · smit · ter
Letters
11
t · r · a · n · s · m · i · t · t · e · r
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “transmitter”
The word “transmitter” contains 3 syllables, divided as tran · smit · ter. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "transmitter" have?
"transmitter" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "transmitter" into syllables?
"transmitter" is divided into syllables as: tran · smit · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "transmitter"?
The Scrabble score for "transmitter" is 13 points.
Using “transmitter” in writing
Three-syllable words like "transmitter" (tran · smit · ter) 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, “transmitter” is worth 13 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.