How many syllables in “mean”?
syllable in "mean"
Word details
Syllables
1
mean
Letters
4
m · e · a · n
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mean”
The word “mean” contains 1 syllable, divided as mean. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mean" have?
"mean" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mean" into syllables?
"mean" is divided into syllables as: mean.
What is the Scrabble score for "mean"?
The Scrabble score for "mean" is 6 points.
Using “mean” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mean" 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, “mean” is worth 6 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 “mean”
The letters in “mean” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: amen, mane, name, nema.