How many syllables in “melding”?
syllables in "melding"
Word details
Syllables
2
mel · ding
Letters
7
m · e · l · d · i · n · g
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “melding”
The word “melding” contains 2 syllables, divided as mel · ding. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "melding" have?
"melding" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "melding" into syllables?
"melding" is divided into syllables as: mel · ding.
What is the Scrabble score for "melding"?
The Scrabble score for "melding" is 11 points.
Using “melding” in writing
Two-syllable words like "melding" (mel · ding) 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, “melding” 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 “melding”
The letters in “melding” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mingled.