How many syllables in “memento”?
syllables in "memento"
Word details
Syllables
3
me · men · to
Letters
7
m · e · m · e · n · t · o
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “memento”
The word “memento” contains 3 syllables, divided as me · men · to. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "memento" have?
"memento" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "memento" into syllables?
"memento" is divided into syllables as: me · men · to.
What is the Scrabble score for "memento"?
The Scrabble score for "memento" is 11 points.
Using “memento” in writing
Three-syllable words like "memento" (me · men · to) 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, “memento” 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.