How many syllables in “medflies”?
syllables in "medflies"
Word details
Syllables
2
med · flies
Letters
8
m · e · d · f · l · i · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “medflies”
The word “medflies” contains 2 syllables, divided as med · flies. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "medflies" have?
"medflies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "medflies" into syllables?
"medflies" is divided into syllables as: med · flies.
What is the Scrabble score for "medflies"?
The Scrabble score for "medflies" is 14 points.
Using “medflies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "medflies" (med · flies) 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, “medflies” is worth 14 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.