How many syllables in “mines”?
syllables in "mines"
Word details
Syllables
2
mi · nes
Letters
5
m · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “mines”
The word “mines” contains 2 syllables, divided as mi · nes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mines" have?
"mines" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mines" into syllables?
"mines" is divided into syllables as: mi · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "mines"?
The Scrabble score for "mines" is 7 points.
Using “mines” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mines" (mi · nes) 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, “mines” is worth 7 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 “mines”
The letters in “mines” can be rearranged to spell one other word: miens.