How many syllables in “muskmelons”?
syllables in "muskmelons"
Word details
Syllables
3
mus · kme · lons
Letters
10
m · u · s · k · m · e · l · o · n · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “muskmelons”
The word “muskmelons” contains 3 syllables, divided as mus · kme · lons. It has 10 letters.
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How many syllables does "muskmelons" have?
"muskmelons" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "muskmelons" into syllables?
"muskmelons" is divided into syllables as: mus · kme · lons.
What is the Scrabble score for "muskmelons"?
The Scrabble score for "muskmelons" is 18 points.
Using “muskmelons” in writing
Three-syllable words like "muskmelons" (mus · kme · lons) 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, “muskmelons” 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.