How many syllables in “trite”?
syllable in "trite"
Word details
Syllables
1
trite
Letters
5
t · r · i · t · e
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “trite”
The word “trite” contains 1 syllable, divided as trite. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "trite" have?
"trite" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "trite" into syllables?
"trite" is divided into syllables as: trite.
What is the Scrabble score for "trite"?
The Scrabble score for "trite" is 5 points.
Using “trite” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "trite" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “trite” is worth 5 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 “trite”
The letters in “trite” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: titer, titre.