How many syllables in “mesa”?
syllables in "mesa"
Word details
Syllables
2
me · sa
Letters
4
m · e · s · a
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “mesa”
The word “mesa” contains 2 syllables, divided as me · sa. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mesa" have?
"mesa" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mesa" into syllables?
"mesa" is divided into syllables as: me · sa.
What is the Scrabble score for "mesa"?
The Scrabble score for "mesa" is 6 points.
Using “mesa” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mesa" (me · sa) 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, “mesa” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “mesa”
The letters in “mesa” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: maes, same, seam.