How many syllables in “mailed”?
syllable in "mailed"
Word details
Syllables
1
mailed
Letters
6
m · a · i · l · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mailed”
The word “mailed” contains 1 syllable, divided as mailed. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mailed" have?
"mailed" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mailed" into syllables?
"mailed" is divided into syllables as: mailed.
What is the Scrabble score for "mailed"?
The Scrabble score for "mailed" is 9 points.
Using “mailed” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mailed" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mailed” 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 “mailed”
The letters in “mailed” can be rearranged to spell one other word: medial.