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How many syllables in “whatsit”?

2

syllables in "whatsit"

whatsit
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Word details

Syllables

2

what · sit

Letters

7

w · h · a · t · s · i · t

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

w4
h4
a1
t1
s1
i1
t1

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About the word “whatsit

The word whatsit contains 2 syllables, divided as what · sit. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "whatsit" have?

"whatsit" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "whatsit" into syllables?

"whatsit" is divided into syllables as: what · sit.

What is the Scrabble score for "whatsit"?

The Scrabble score for "whatsit" is 13 points.

Using “whatsit” in writing

Two-syllable words like "whatsit" (what · sit) 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, whatsit 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.

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