How many syllables in “maiden”?
syllables in "maiden"
Word details
Syllables
2
mai · den
Letters
6
m · a · i · d · e · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “maiden”
The word “maiden” contains 2 syllables, divided as mai · den. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maiden" have?
"maiden" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "maiden" into syllables?
"maiden" is divided into syllables as: mai · den.
What is the Scrabble score for "maiden"?
The Scrabble score for "maiden" is 9 points.
Using “maiden” in writing
Two-syllable words like "maiden" (mai · den) 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, “maiden” is worth 9 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 “maiden”
The letters in “maiden” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: aidmen, daimen, median, medina.