How many syllables in “middens”?
syllables in "middens"
Word details
Syllables
2
mid · dens
Letters
7
m · i · d · d · e · n · s
Scrabble
11
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “middens”
The word “middens” contains 2 syllables, divided as mid · dens. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "middens" have?
"middens" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "middens" into syllables?
"middens" is divided into syllables as: mid · dens.
What is the Scrabble score for "middens"?
The Scrabble score for "middens" is 11 points.
Using “middens” in writing
Two-syllable words like "middens" (mid · dens) 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, “middens” 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.