How many syllables in “meander”?
syllables in "meander"
Word details
Syllables
2
mean · der
Letters
7
m · e · a · n · d · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “meander”
The word “meander” contains 2 syllables, divided as mean · der. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meander" have?
"meander" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "meander" into syllables?
"meander" is divided into syllables as: mean · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "meander"?
The Scrabble score for "meander" is 10 points.
Using “meander” in writing
Two-syllable words like "meander" (mean · der) 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, “meander” 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 “meander”
The letters in “meander” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: amender, reedman, renamed.