How many syllables in “meristems”?
syllables in "meristems"
Word details
Syllables
3
me · ri · stems
Letters
9
m · e · r · i · s · t · e · m · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “meristems”
The word “meristems” contains 3 syllables, divided as me · ri · stems. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "meristems" have?
"meristems" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "meristems" into syllables?
"meristems" is divided into syllables as: me · ri · stems.
What is the Scrabble score for "meristems"?
The Scrabble score for "meristems" is 13 points.
Using “meristems” in writing
Three-syllable words like "meristems" (me · ri · stems) 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, “meristems” is worth 13 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 “meristems”
The letters in “meristems” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mesmerist.