How many syllables in “mattress”?
syllables in "mattress"
Word details
Syllables
2
mat · tress
Letters
8
m · a · t · t · r · e · s · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “mattress”
The word “mattress” contains 2 syllables, divided as mat · tress. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mattress" have?
"mattress" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mattress" into syllables?
"mattress" is divided into syllables as: mat · tress.
What is the Scrabble score for "mattress"?
The Scrabble score for "mattress" is 10 points.
Using “mattress” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mattress" (mat · tress) 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, “mattress” 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 “mattress”
The letters in “mattress” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: smartest, smatters.