How many syllables in “abided”?
syllables in "abided"
Word details
Syllables
3
a · bi · ded
Letters
6
a · b · i · d · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “abided”
The word “abided” contains 3 syllables, divided as a · bi · ded. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abided" have?
"abided" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "abided" into syllables?
"abided" is divided into syllables as: a · bi · ded.
What is the Scrabble score for "abided"?
The Scrabble score for "abided" is 10 points.
Using “abided” in writing
Three-syllable words like "abided" (a · bi · ded) 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, “abided” is worth 10 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 “abided”
The letters in “abided” can be rearranged to spell one other word: baddie.