How many syllables in “metanalysis”?
syllables in "metanalysis"
Word details
Syllables
5
me · ta · na · ly · sis
Letters
11
m · e · t · a · n · a · l · y · s · i · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “metanalysis”
The word “metanalysis” contains 5 syllables, divided as me · ta · na · ly · sis. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metanalysis" have?
"metanalysis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "metanalysis" into syllables?
"metanalysis" is divided into syllables as: me · ta · na · ly · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "metanalysis"?
The Scrabble score for "metanalysis" is 16 points.
Using “metanalysis” in writing
"metanalysis" (me · ta · na · ly · sis) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “metanalysis” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.