How many syllables in “mellophone”?
syllables in "mellophone"
Word details
Syllables
3
mell · opho · ne
Letters
10
m · e · l · l · o · p · h · o · n · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “mellophone”
The word “mellophone” contains 3 syllables, divided as mell · opho · ne. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mellophone" have?
"mellophone" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "mellophone" into syllables?
"mellophone" is divided into syllables as: mell · opho · ne.
What is the Scrabble score for "mellophone"?
The Scrabble score for "mellophone" is 17 points.
Using “mellophone” in writing
Three-syllable words like "mellophone" (mell · opho · ne) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mellophone” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.