How many syllables in “meals”?
syllable in "meals"
Word details
Syllables
1
meals
Letters
5
m · e · a · l · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “meals”
The word “meals” contains 1 syllable, divided as meals. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meals" have?
"meals" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "meals" into syllables?
"meals" is divided into syllables as: meals.
What is the Scrabble score for "meals"?
The Scrabble score for "meals" is 7 points.
Using “meals” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "meals" 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, “meals” 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 “meals”
The letters in “meals” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: almes, lames, males.