How many syllables in “messiah”?
syllables in "messiah"
Word details
Syllables
2
mes · siah
Letters
7
m · e · s · s · i · a · h
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “messiah”
The word “messiah” contains 2 syllables, divided as mes · siah. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "messiah" have?
"messiah" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "messiah" into syllables?
"messiah" is divided into syllables as: mes · siah.
What is the Scrabble score for "messiah"?
The Scrabble score for "messiah" is 12 points.
Using “messiah” in writing
Two-syllable words like "messiah" (mes · siah) 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, “messiah” is worth 12 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 “messiah”
The letters in “messiah” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mashies.