How many syllables in “malign”?
syllables in "malign"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · lign
Letters
6
m · a · l · i · g · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “malign”
The word “malign” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · lign. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "malign" have?
"malign" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "malign" into syllables?
"malign" is divided into syllables as: ma · lign.
What is the Scrabble score for "malign"?
The Scrabble score for "malign" is 9 points.
Using “malign” in writing
Two-syllable words like "malign" (ma · lign) 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, “malign” 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 “malign”
The letters in “malign” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: laming, lingam.