How many syllables in “monotreme”?
syllables in "monotreme"
Word details
Syllables
3
mon · otr · eme
Letters
9
m · o · n · o · t · r · e · m · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “monotreme”
The word “monotreme” contains 3 syllables, divided as mon · otr · eme. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "monotreme" have?
"monotreme" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "monotreme" into syllables?
"monotreme" is divided into syllables as: mon · otr · eme.
What is the Scrabble score for "monotreme"?
The Scrabble score for "monotreme" is 13 points.
Using “monotreme” in writing
Three-syllable words like "monotreme" (mon · otr · eme) 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, “monotreme” 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.
Anagrams of “monotreme”
The letters in “monotreme” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: metronome, monometer.