How many syllables in “madman”?
syllables in "madman"
Word details
Syllables
2
mad · man
Letters
6
m · a · d · m · a · n
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “madman”
The word “madman” contains 2 syllables, divided as mad · man. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "madman" have?
"madman" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "madman" into syllables?
"madman" is divided into syllables as: mad · man.
What is the Scrabble score for "madman"?
The Scrabble score for "madman" is 11 points.
Using “madman” in writing
Two-syllable words like "madman" (mad · man) 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, “madman” is worth 11 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.