How many syllables in “methamphetamine”?
syllables in "methamphetamine"
Word details
Syllables
5
met · ham · phe · tam · ine
Letters
15
m · e · t · h · a · m · p · h · e · t · a · m · i · n · e
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “methamphetamine”
The word “methamphetamine” contains 5 syllables, divided as met · ham · phe · tam · ine. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "methamphetamine" have?
"methamphetamine" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "methamphetamine" into syllables?
"methamphetamine" is divided into syllables as: met · ham · phe · tam · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "methamphetamine"?
The Scrabble score for "methamphetamine" is 29 points.
Using “methamphetamine” in writing
"methamphetamine" (met · ham · phe · tam · ine) 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, “methamphetamine” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.