How many syllables in “meadowsweets”?
syllables in "meadowsweets"
Word details
Syllables
3
mea · dow · sweets
Letters
12
m · e · a · d · o · w · s · w · e · e · t · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “meadowsweets”
The word “meadowsweets” contains 3 syllables, divided as mea · dow · sweets. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meadowsweets" have?
"meadowsweets" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "meadowsweets" into syllables?
"meadowsweets" is divided into syllables as: mea · dow · sweets.
What is the Scrabble score for "meadowsweets"?
The Scrabble score for "meadowsweets" is 21 points.
Using “meadowsweets” in writing
Three-syllable words like "meadowsweets" (mea · dow · sweets) 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, “meadowsweets” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.