How many syllables in “witness”?
syllables in "witness"
Word details
Syllables
2
wit · ness
Letters
7
w · i · t · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “witness”
The word “witness” contains 2 syllables, divided as wit · ness. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "witness" have?
"witness" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "witness" into syllables?
"witness" is divided into syllables as: wit · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "witness"?
The Scrabble score for "witness" is 10 points.
Using “witness” in writing
Two-syllable words like "witness" (wit · ness) 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, “witness” 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.
Anagrams of “witness”
The letters in “witness” can be rearranged to spell one other word: wisents.