How many syllables in “melees”?
syllables in "melees"
Word details
Syllables
2
me · lees
Letters
6
m · e · l · e · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “melees”
The word “melees” contains 2 syllables, divided as me · lees. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "melees" have?
"melees" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "melees" into syllables?
"melees" is divided into syllables as: me · lees.
What is the Scrabble score for "melees"?
The Scrabble score for "melees" is 8 points.
Using “melees” in writing
Two-syllable words like "melees" (me · lees) 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, “melees” is worth 8 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.