How many syllables in “maline”?
syllables in "maline"
Word details
Syllables
2
mal · ine
Letters
6
m · a · l · i · n · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “maline”
The word “maline” contains 2 syllables, divided as mal · ine. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maline" have?
"maline" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "maline" into syllables?
"maline" is divided into syllables as: mal · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "maline"?
The Scrabble score for "maline" is 8 points.
Using “maline” in writing
Two-syllable words like "maline" (mal · ine) 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, “maline” 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 “maline”
The letters in “maline” can be rearranged to spell one other word: menial.