How many syllables in “mel”?
syllable in "mel"
Word details
Syllables
1
mel
Letters
3
m · e · l
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mel”
The word “mel” contains 1 syllable, divided as mel. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mel" have?
"mel" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mel" into syllables?
"mel" is divided into syllables as: mel.
What is the Scrabble score for "mel"?
The Scrabble score for "mel" is 5 points.
Using “mel” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mel" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mel” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “mel”
The letters in “mel” can be rearranged to spell one other word: elm.