How many syllables in “maim”?
syllable in "maim"
Word details
Syllables
1
maim
Letters
4
m · a · i · m
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “maim”
The word “maim” contains 1 syllable, divided as maim. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maim" have?
"maim" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "maim" into syllables?
"maim" is divided into syllables as: maim.
What is the Scrabble score for "maim"?
The Scrabble score for "maim" is 8 points.
Using “maim” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "maim" 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, “maim” is worth 8 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 “maim”
The letters in “maim” can be rearranged to spell one other word: imam.