How many syllables in “many”?
syllables in "many"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · ny
Letters
4
m · a · n · y
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “many”
The word “many” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · ny. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "many" have?
"many" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "many" into syllables?
"many" is divided into syllables as: ma · ny.
What is the Scrabble score for "many"?
The Scrabble score for "many" is 9 points.
Using “many” in writing
Two-syllable words like "many" (ma · ny) 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, “many” 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 “many”
The letters in “many” can be rearranged to spell one other word: myna.