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