How many syllables in “miners”?
syllables in "miners"
Word details
Syllables
2
mi · ners
Letters
6
m · i · n · e · r · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “miners”
The word “miners” contains 2 syllables, divided as mi · ners. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "miners" have?
"miners" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "miners" into syllables?
"miners" is divided into syllables as: mi · ners.
What is the Scrabble score for "miners"?
The Scrabble score for "miners" is 8 points.
Using “miners” in writing
Two-syllable words like "miners" (mi · ners) 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, “miners” is worth 8 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.