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