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How many syllables in “mateynesses”?

3

syllables in "mateynesses"

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Word details

Syllables

3

mate · ynes · ses

Letters

11

m · a · t · e · y · n · e · s · s · e · s

Scrabble

16

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
a1
t1
e1
y4
n1
e1
s1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “mateynesses

The word mateynesses contains 3 syllables, divided as mate · ynes · ses. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "mateynesses" have?

"mateynesses" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "mateynesses" into syllables?

"mateynesses" is divided into syllables as: mate · ynes · ses.

What is the Scrabble score for "mateynesses"?

The Scrabble score for "mateynesses" is 16 points.

Using “mateynesses” in writing

Three-syllable words like "mateynesses" (mate · ynes · ses) 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, mateynesses is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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