How many syllables in “meaningless”?
syllables in "meaningless"
Word details
Syllables
3
mea · nin · gless
Letters
11
m · e · a · n · i · n · g · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “meaningless”
The word “meaningless” contains 3 syllables, divided as mea · nin · gless. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meaningless" have?
"meaningless" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "meaningless" into syllables?
"meaningless" is divided into syllables as: mea · nin · gless.
What is the Scrabble score for "meaningless"?
The Scrabble score for "meaningless" is 14 points.
Using “meaningless” in writing
Three-syllable words like "meaningless" (mea · nin · gless) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “meaningless” is worth 14 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.