How many syllables in “manful”?
syllables in "manful"
Word details
Syllables
2
man · ful
Letters
6
m · a · n · f · u · l
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “manful”
The word “manful” contains 2 syllables, divided as man · ful. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "manful" have?
"manful" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "manful" into syllables?
"manful" is divided into syllables as: man · ful.
What is the Scrabble score for "manful"?
The Scrabble score for "manful" is 11 points.
Using “manful” in writing
Two-syllable words like "manful" (man · ful) 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, “manful” is worth 11 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.