How many syllables in “mete”?
syllable in "mete"
Word details
Syllables
1
mete
Letters
4
m · e · t · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mete”
The word “mete” contains 1 syllable, divided as mete. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mete" have?
"mete" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mete" into syllables?
"mete" is divided into syllables as: mete.
What is the Scrabble score for "mete"?
The Scrabble score for "mete" is 6 points.
Using “mete” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mete" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mete” 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 “mete”
The letters in “mete” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: meet, teem.