How many syllables in “minimax”?
syllables in "minimax"
Word details
Syllables
3
mi · ni · max
Letters
7
m · i · n · i · m · a · x
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “minimax”
The word “minimax” contains 3 syllables, divided as mi · ni · max. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "minimax" have?
"minimax" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "minimax" into syllables?
"minimax" is divided into syllables as: mi · ni · max.
What is the Scrabble score for "minimax"?
The Scrabble score for "minimax" is 18 points.
Using “minimax” in writing
Three-syllable words like "minimax" (mi · ni · max) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “minimax” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “minimax”
The letters in “minimax” can be rearranged to spell one other word: maximin.