How many syllables in “mastoid”?
syllables in "mastoid"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · stoid
Letters
7
m · a · s · t · o · i · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “mastoid”
The word “mastoid” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · stoid. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mastoid" have?
"mastoid" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mastoid" into syllables?
"mastoid" is divided into syllables as: ma · stoid.
What is the Scrabble score for "mastoid"?
The Scrabble score for "mastoid" is 10 points.
Using “mastoid” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mastoid" (ma · stoid) 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, “mastoid” is worth 10 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 “mastoid”
The letters in “mastoid” can be rearranged to spell one other word: diatoms.