How many syllables in “transmitting”?
syllables in "transmitting"
Word details
Syllables
3
tran · smit · ting
Letters
12
t · r · a · n · s · m · i · t · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “transmitting”
The word “transmitting” contains 3 syllables, divided as tran · smit · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "transmitting" have?
"transmitting" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "transmitting" into syllables?
"transmitting" is divided into syllables as: tran · smit · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "transmitting"?
The Scrabble score for "transmitting" is 15 points.
Using “transmitting” in writing
Three-syllable words like "transmitting" (tran · smit · ting) 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, “transmitting” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.