How many syllables in “mantrap”?
syllables in "mantrap"
Word details
Syllables
2
man · trap
Letters
7
m · a · n · t · r · a · p
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “mantrap”
The word “mantrap” contains 2 syllables, divided as man · trap. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mantrap" have?
"mantrap" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mantrap" into syllables?
"mantrap" is divided into syllables as: man · trap.
What is the Scrabble score for "mantrap"?
The Scrabble score for "mantrap" is 11 points.
Using “mantrap” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mantrap" (man · trap) 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, “mantrap” 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.
Anagrams of “mantrap”
The letters in “mantrap” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rampant.