How many syllables in “metalists”?
syllables in "metalists"
Word details
Syllables
3
me · ta · lists
Letters
9
m · e · t · a · l · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “metalists”
The word “metalists” contains 3 syllables, divided as me · ta · lists. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metalists" have?
"metalists" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "metalists" into syllables?
"metalists" is divided into syllables as: me · ta · lists.
What is the Scrabble score for "metalists"?
The Scrabble score for "metalists" is 11 points.
Using “metalists” in writing
Three-syllable words like "metalists" (me · ta · lists) 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, “metalists” is worth 11 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 “metalists”
The letters in “metalists” can be rearranged to spell one other word: smaltites.