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How many syllables in “malison”?

3

syllables in "malison"

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Word details

Syllables

3

ma · li · son

Letters

7

m · a · l · i · s · o · n

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
a1
l1
i1
s1
o1
n1

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About the word “malison

The word malison contains 3 syllables, divided as ma · li · son. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "malison" have?

"malison" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "malison" into syllables?

"malison" is divided into syllables as: ma · li · son.

What is the Scrabble score for "malison"?

The Scrabble score for "malison" is 9 points.

Using “malison” in writing

Three-syllable words like "malison" (ma · li · son) 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, malison 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.

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