How many syllables in “mead”?
syllable in "mead"
Word details
Syllables
1
mead
Letters
4
m · e · a · d
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mead”
The word “mead” contains 1 syllable, divided as mead. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mead" have?
"mead" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mead" into syllables?
"mead" is divided into syllables as: mead.
What is the Scrabble score for "mead"?
The Scrabble score for "mead" is 7 points.
Using “mead” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mead" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mead” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “mead”
The letters in “mead” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dame, made.