How many syllables in “meaty”?
syllables in "meaty"
Word details
Syllables
2
mea · ty
Letters
5
m · e · a · t · y
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “meaty”
The word “meaty” contains 2 syllables, divided as mea · ty. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meaty" have?
"meaty" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "meaty" into syllables?
"meaty" is divided into syllables as: mea · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "meaty"?
The Scrabble score for "meaty" is 10 points.
Using “meaty” in writing
Two-syllable words like "meaty" (mea · ty) 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, “meaty” 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 “meaty”
The letters in “meaty” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: etyma, matey.