How many syllables in “mediterranean”?
syllables in "mediterranean"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · di · ter · ra · nean
Letters
13
m · e · d · i · t · e · r · r · a · n · e · a · n
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “mediterranean”
The word “mediterranean” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · di · ter · ra · nean. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mediterranean" have?
"mediterranean" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mediterranean" into syllables?
"mediterranean" is divided into syllables as: me · di · ter · ra · nean.
What is the Scrabble score for "mediterranean"?
The Scrabble score for "mediterranean" is 16 points.
Using “mediterranean” in writing
"mediterranean" (me · di · ter · ra · nean) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mediterranean” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.