How many syllables in “mesas”?
syllables in "mesas"
Word details
Syllables
2
me · sas
Letters
5
m · e · s · a · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “mesas”
The word “mesas” contains 2 syllables, divided as me · sas. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mesas" have?
"mesas" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mesas" into syllables?
"mesas" is divided into syllables as: me · sas.
What is the Scrabble score for "mesas"?
The Scrabble score for "mesas" is 7 points.
Using “mesas” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mesas" (me · sas) 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, “mesas” is worth 7 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 “mesas”
The letters in “mesas” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: masse, seams.