How many syllables in “merlin”?
syllables in "merlin"
Word details
Syllables
2
mer · lin
Letters
6
m · e · r · l · i · n
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “merlin”
The word “merlin” contains 2 syllables, divided as mer · lin. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "merlin" have?
"merlin" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "merlin" into syllables?
"merlin" is divided into syllables as: mer · lin.
What is the Scrabble score for "merlin"?
The Scrabble score for "merlin" is 8 points.
Using “merlin” in writing
Two-syllable words like "merlin" (mer · lin) 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, “merlin” 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 “merlin”
The letters in “merlin” can be rearranged to spell one other word: limner.