How many syllables in “cornmeal”?
syllables in "cornmeal"
Word details
Syllables
2
cor · nmeal
Letters
8
c · o · r · n · m · e · a · l
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “cornmeal”
The word “cornmeal” contains 2 syllables, divided as cor · nmeal. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cornmeal" have?
"cornmeal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cornmeal" into syllables?
"cornmeal" is divided into syllables as: cor · nmeal.
What is the Scrabble score for "cornmeal"?
The Scrabble score for "cornmeal" is 12 points.
Using “cornmeal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cornmeal" (cor · nmeal) 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, “cornmeal” is worth 12 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 “cornmeal”
The letters in “cornmeal” can be rearranged to spell one other word: amelcorn.