How many syllables in “meanders”?
syllables in "meanders"
Word details
Syllables
2
mean · ders
Letters
8
m · e · a · n · d · e · r · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “meanders”
The word “meanders” contains 2 syllables, divided as mean · ders. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meanders" have?
"meanders" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "meanders" into syllables?
"meanders" is divided into syllables as: mean · ders.
What is the Scrabble score for "meanders"?
The Scrabble score for "meanders" is 11 points.
Using “meanders” in writing
Two-syllable words like "meanders" (mean · ders) 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, “meanders” is worth 11 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 “meanders”
The letters in “meanders” can be rearranged to spell one other word: amenders.