How many syllables in “medusa”?
syllables in "medusa"
Word details
Syllables
3
me · du · sa
Letters
6
m · e · d · u · s · a
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “medusa”
The word “medusa” contains 3 syllables, divided as me · du · sa. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "medusa" have?
"medusa" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "medusa" into syllables?
"medusa" is divided into syllables as: me · du · sa.
What is the Scrabble score for "medusa"?
The Scrabble score for "medusa" is 9 points.
Using “medusa” in writing
Three-syllable words like "medusa" (me · du · sa) 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, “medusa” 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 “medusa”
The letters in “medusa” can be rearranged to spell one other word: amused.