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How many syllables in “mammals”?

2

syllables in "mammals"

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Word details

Syllables

2

mam · mals

Letters

7

m · a · m · m · a · l · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
a1
m3
m3
a1
l1
s1

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About the word “mammals

The word mammals contains 2 syllables, divided as mam · mals. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "mammals" have?

"mammals" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "mammals" into syllables?

"mammals" is divided into syllables as: mam · mals.

What is the Scrabble score for "mammals"?

The Scrabble score for "mammals" is 13 points.

Using “mammals” in writing

Two-syllable words like "mammals" (mam · mals) 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, mammals is worth 13 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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