How many syllables in “meinies”?
syllables in "meinies"
Word details
Syllables
2
mei · nies
Letters
7
m · e · i · n · i · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “meinies”
The word “meinies” contains 2 syllables, divided as mei · nies. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meinies" have?
"meinies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "meinies" into syllables?
"meinies" is divided into syllables as: mei · nies.
What is the Scrabble score for "meinies"?
The Scrabble score for "meinies" is 9 points.
Using “meinies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "meinies" (mei · nies) 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, “meinies” 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.