How many syllables in “maims”?
syllable in "maims"
Word details
Syllables
1
maims
Letters
5
m · a · i · m · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “maims”
The word “maims” contains 1 syllable, divided as maims. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maims" have?
"maims" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "maims" into syllables?
"maims" is divided into syllables as: maims.
What is the Scrabble score for "maims"?
The Scrabble score for "maims" is 9 points.
Using “maims” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "maims" 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, “maims” 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 “maims”
The letters in “maims” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: imams, miasm.