How many syllables in “medalist”?
syllables in "medalist"
Word details
Syllables
3
me · da · list
Letters
8
m · e · d · a · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “medalist”
The word “medalist” contains 3 syllables, divided as me · da · list. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "medalist" have?
"medalist" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "medalist" into syllables?
"medalist" is divided into syllables as: me · da · list.
What is the Scrabble score for "medalist"?
The Scrabble score for "medalist" is 11 points.
Using “medalist” in writing
Three-syllable words like "medalist" (me · da · list) 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, “medalist” is worth 11 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 “medalist”
The letters in “medalist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: misdealt.