How many syllables in “mental”?
syllables in "mental"
Word details
Syllables
2
men · tal
Letters
6
m · e · n · t · a · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “mental”
The word “mental” contains 2 syllables, divided as men · tal. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mental" have?
"mental" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mental" into syllables?
"mental" is divided into syllables as: men · tal.
What is the Scrabble score for "mental"?
The Scrabble score for "mental" is 8 points.
Using “mental” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mental" (men · tal) 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, “mental” 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 “mental”
The letters in “mental” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: lament, mantel, mantle.