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