How many syllables in “medal”?
syllables in "medal"
Word details
Syllables
2
me · dal
Letters
5
m · e · d · a · l
Scrabble
8
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About the word “medal”
The word “medal” contains 2 syllables, divided as me · dal. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "medal" have?
"medal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "medal" into syllables?
"medal" is divided into syllables as: me · dal.
What is the Scrabble score for "medal"?
The Scrabble score for "medal" is 8 points.
Using “medal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "medal" (me · dal) 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, “medal” 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 “medal”
The letters in “medal” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lamed.