How many syllables in “melanites”?
syllables in "melanites"
Word details
Syllables
4
me · la · ni · tes
Letters
9
m · e · l · a · n · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “melanites”
The word “melanites” contains 4 syllables, divided as me · la · ni · tes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "melanites" have?
"melanites" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "melanites" into syllables?
"melanites" is divided into syllables as: me · la · ni · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "melanites"?
The Scrabble score for "melanites" is 11 points.
Using “melanites” in writing
Four-syllable words like "melanites" (me · la · ni · tes) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “melanites” 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.
Anagrams of “melanites”
The letters in “melanites” can be rearranged to spell one other word: enamelist.