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