How many syllables in “melodist”?
syllables in "melodist"
Word details
Syllables
3
me · lo · dist
Letters
8
m · e · l · o · d · i · s · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “melodist”
The word “melodist” contains 3 syllables, divided as me · lo · dist. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "melodist" have?
"melodist" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "melodist" into syllables?
"melodist" is divided into syllables as: me · lo · dist.
What is the Scrabble score for "melodist"?
The Scrabble score for "melodist" is 11 points.
Using “melodist” in writing
Three-syllable words like "melodist" (me · lo · dist) 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, “melodist” 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 “melodist”
The letters in “melodist” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: modelist, moldiest.