How many syllables in “meddle”?
syllables in "meddle"
Word details
Syllables
3
me · dd · le
Letters
6
m · e · d · d · l · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “meddle”
The word “meddle” contains 3 syllables, divided as me · dd · le. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meddle" have?
"meddle" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "meddle" into syllables?
"meddle" is divided into syllables as: me · dd · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "meddle"?
The Scrabble score for "meddle" is 10 points.
Using “meddle” in writing
Three-syllable words like "meddle" (me · dd · le) 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, “meddle” 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 “meddle”
The letters in “meddle” can be rearranged to spell one other word: melded.