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How many syllables in “mandril”?

2

syllables in "mandril"

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Word details

Syllables

2

man · dril

Letters

7

m · a · n · d · r · i · l

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
a1
n1
d2
r1
i1
l1

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About the word “mandril

The word mandril contains 2 syllables, divided as man · dril. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "mandril" have?

"mandril" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "mandril" into syllables?

"mandril" is divided into syllables as: man · dril.

What is the Scrabble score for "mandril"?

The Scrabble score for "mandril" is 10 points.

Using “mandril” in writing

Two-syllable words like "mandril" (man · dril) 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, mandril is worth 10 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 “mandril

The letters in mandril can be rearranged to spell one other word: rimland.

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