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How many syllables in “medullae”?

3

syllables in "medullae"

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Word details

Syllables

3

me · dul · lae

Letters

8

m · e · d · u · l · l · a · e

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
e1
d2
u1
l1
l1
a1
e1

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About the word “medullae

The word medullae contains 3 syllables, divided as me · dul · lae. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "medullae" have?

"medullae" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "medullae" into syllables?

"medullae" is divided into syllables as: me · dul · lae.

What is the Scrabble score for "medullae"?

The Scrabble score for "medullae" is 11 points.

Using “medullae” in writing

Three-syllable words like "medullae" (me · dul · lae) 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, medullae 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.

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