How many syllables in “maltreatment”?
syllables in "maltreatment"
Word details
Syllables
3
mal · treat · ment
Letters
12
m · a · l · t · r · e · a · t · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
16
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About the word “maltreatment”
The word “maltreatment” contains 3 syllables, divided as mal · treat · ment. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maltreatment" have?
"maltreatment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "maltreatment" into syllables?
"maltreatment" is divided into syllables as: mal · treat · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "maltreatment"?
The Scrabble score for "maltreatment" is 16 points.
Using “maltreatment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "maltreatment" (mal · treat · ment) 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, “maltreatment” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.