How many syllables in “metiers”?
syllables in "metiers"
Word details
Syllables
2
me · tiers
Letters
7
m · e · t · i · e · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “metiers”
The word “metiers” contains 2 syllables, divided as me · tiers. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "metiers" have?
"metiers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "metiers" into syllables?
"metiers" is divided into syllables as: me · tiers.
What is the Scrabble score for "metiers"?
The Scrabble score for "metiers" is 9 points.
Using “metiers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "metiers" (me · tiers) 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, “metiers” is worth 9 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 “metiers”
The letters in “metiers” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: reemits, retimes, triseme.