How many syllables in “matey”?
syllables in "matey"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · tey
Letters
5
m · a · t · e · y
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “matey”
The word “matey” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · tey. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "matey" have?
"matey" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "matey" into syllables?
"matey" is divided into syllables as: ma · tey.
What is the Scrabble score for "matey"?
The Scrabble score for "matey" is 10 points.
Using “matey” in writing
Two-syllable words like "matey" (ma · tey) 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, “matey” 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 “matey”
The letters in “matey” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: etyma, meaty.