How many syllables in “manlier”?
syllables in "manlier"
Word details
Syllables
2
man · lier
Letters
7
m · a · n · l · i · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “manlier”
The word “manlier” contains 2 syllables, divided as man · lier. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "manlier" have?
"manlier" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "manlier" into syllables?
"manlier" is divided into syllables as: man · lier.
What is the Scrabble score for "manlier"?
The Scrabble score for "manlier" is 9 points.
Using “manlier” in writing
Two-syllable words like "manlier" (man · lier) 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, “manlier” is worth 9 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 “manlier”
The letters in “manlier” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: marline, mineral.