How many syllables in “meager”?
syllables in "meager"
Word details
Syllables
2
mea · ger
Letters
6
m · e · a · g · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “meager”
The word “meager” contains 2 syllables, divided as mea · ger. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meager" have?
"meager" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "meager" into syllables?
"meager" is divided into syllables as: mea · ger.
What is the Scrabble score for "meager"?
The Scrabble score for "meager" is 9 points.
Using “meager” in writing
Two-syllable words like "meager" (mea · ger) 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, “meager” is worth 9 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 “meager”
The letters in “meager” can be rearranged to spell one other word: meagre.