How many syllables in “menses”?
syllable in "menses"
Word details
Syllables
1
menses
Letters
6
m · e · n · s · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “menses”
The word “menses” contains 1 syllable, divided as menses. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "menses" have?
"menses" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "menses" into syllables?
"menses" is divided into syllables as: menses.
What is the Scrabble score for "menses"?
The Scrabble score for "menses" is 8 points.
Using “menses” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "menses" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “menses” 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.
Anagrams of “menses”
The letters in “menses” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: mesnes, semens.