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How many syllables in “melders”?

2

syllables in "melders"

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Word details

Syllables

2

mel · ders

Letters

7

m · e · l · d · e · r · s

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
e1
l1
d2
e1
r1
s1

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About the word “melders

The word melders contains 2 syllables, divided as mel · ders. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "melders" have?

"melders" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "melders" into syllables?

"melders" is divided into syllables as: mel · ders.

What is the Scrabble score for "melders"?

The Scrabble score for "melders" is 10 points.

Using “melders” in writing

Two-syllable words like "melders" (mel · ders) 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, melders is worth 10 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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