How many syllables in “minimum”?
syllables in "minimum"
Word details
Syllables
3
mi · ni · mum
Letters
7
m · i · n · i · m · u · m
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “minimum”
The word “minimum” contains 3 syllables, divided as mi · ni · mum. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "minimum" have?
"minimum" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "minimum" into syllables?
"minimum" is divided into syllables as: mi · ni · mum.
What is the Scrabble score for "minimum"?
The Scrabble score for "minimum" is 13 points.
Using “minimum” in writing
Three-syllable words like "minimum" (mi · ni · mum) 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, “minimum” is worth 13 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.