How many syllables in “meatal”?
syllables in "meatal"
Word details
Syllables
2
mea · tal
Letters
6
m · e · a · t · a · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “meatal”
The word “meatal” contains 2 syllables, divided as mea · tal. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meatal" have?
"meatal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "meatal" into syllables?
"meatal" is divided into syllables as: mea · tal.
What is the Scrabble score for "meatal"?
The Scrabble score for "meatal" is 8 points.
Using “meatal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "meatal" (mea · tal) 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, “meatal” is worth 8 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 “meatal”
The letters in “meatal” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: malate, tamale.