How many syllables in “medlar”?
syllables in "medlar"
Word details
Syllables
2
med · lar
Letters
6
m · e · d · l · a · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “medlar”
The word “medlar” contains 2 syllables, divided as med · lar. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "medlar" have?
"medlar" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "medlar" into syllables?
"medlar" is divided into syllables as: med · lar.
What is the Scrabble score for "medlar"?
The Scrabble score for "medlar" is 9 points.
Using “medlar” in writing
Two-syllable words like "medlar" (med · lar) 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, “medlar” is worth 9 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 “medlar”
The letters in “medlar” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dermal, marled.