How many syllables in “masculine”?
syllables in "masculine"
Word details
Syllables
3
mas · cul · ine
Letters
9
m · a · s · c · u · l · i · n · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “masculine”
The word “masculine” contains 3 syllables, divided as mas · cul · ine. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "masculine" have?
"masculine" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "masculine" into syllables?
"masculine" is divided into syllables as: mas · cul · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "masculine"?
The Scrabble score for "masculine" is 13 points.
Using “masculine” in writing
Three-syllable words like "masculine" (mas · cul · ine) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “masculine” is worth 13 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 “masculine”
The letters in “masculine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: calumnies.