How many syllables in “mender”?
syllables in "mender"
Word details
Syllables
2
men · der
Letters
6
m · e · n · d · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “mender”
The word “mender” contains 2 syllables, divided as men · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mender" have?
"mender" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mender" into syllables?
"mender" is divided into syllables as: men · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "mender"?
The Scrabble score for "mender" is 9 points.
Using “mender” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mender" (men · der) 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, “mender” is worth 9 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 “mender”
The letters in “mender” can be rearranged to spell one other word: remend.