How many syllables in “mania”?
syllables in "mania"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · nia
Letters
5
m · a · n · i · a
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “mania”
The word “mania” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · nia. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mania" have?
"mania" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mania" into syllables?
"mania" is divided into syllables as: ma · nia.
What is the Scrabble score for "mania"?
The Scrabble score for "mania" is 7 points.
Using “mania” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mania" (ma · nia) 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, “mania” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “mania”
The letters in “mania” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: amain, amnia, anima.