How many syllables in “malignance”?
syllables in "malignance"
Word details
Syllables
3
mali · gnan · ce
Letters
10
m · a · l · i · g · n · a · n · c · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “malignance”
The word “malignance” contains 3 syllables, divided as mali · gnan · ce. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "malignance" have?
"malignance" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "malignance" into syllables?
"malignance" is divided into syllables as: mali · gnan · ce.
What is the Scrabble score for "malignance"?
The Scrabble score for "malignance" is 15 points.
Using “malignance” in writing
Three-syllable words like "malignance" (mali · gnan · ce) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “malignance” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.