How many syllables in “manslayer”?
syllables in "manslayer"
Word details
Syllables
2
man · slayer
Letters
9
m · a · n · s · l · a · y · e · r
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “manslayer”
The word “manslayer” contains 2 syllables, divided as man · slayer. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "manslayer" have?
"manslayer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "manslayer" into syllables?
"manslayer" is divided into syllables as: man · slayer.
What is the Scrabble score for "manslayer"?
The Scrabble score for "manslayer" is 14 points.
Using “manslayer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "manslayer" (man · slayer) 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, “manslayer” is worth 14 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 “manslayer”
The letters in “manslayer” can be rearranged to spell one other word: salarymen.