How many syllables in “bemean”?
syllables in "bemean"
Word details
Syllables
2
be · mean
Letters
6
b · e · m · e · a · n
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “bemean”
The word “bemean” contains 2 syllables, divided as be · mean. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bemean" have?
"bemean" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bemean" into syllables?
"bemean" is divided into syllables as: be · mean.
What is the Scrabble score for "bemean"?
The Scrabble score for "bemean" is 10 points.
Using “bemean” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bemean" (be · mean) 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, “bemean” 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 “bemean”
The letters in “bemean” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bename.