How many syllables in “males”?
syllables in "males"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · les
Letters
5
m · a · l · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “males”
The word “males” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · les. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "males" have?
"males" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "males" into syllables?
"males" is divided into syllables as: ma · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "males"?
The Scrabble score for "males" is 7 points.
Using “males” in writing
Two-syllable words like "males" (ma · les) 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, “males” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “males”
The letters in “males” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: almes, lames, meals.