How many syllables in “abridged”?
syllables in "abridged"
Word details
Syllables
2
abri · dged
Letters
8
a · b · r · i · d · g · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “abridged”
The word “abridged” contains 2 syllables, divided as abri · dged. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abridged" have?
"abridged" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "abridged" into syllables?
"abridged" is divided into syllables as: abri · dged.
What is the Scrabble score for "abridged"?
The Scrabble score for "abridged" is 13 points.
Using “abridged” in writing
Two-syllable words like "abridged" (abri · dged) 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, “abridged” 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 “abridged”
The letters in “abridged” can be rearranged to spell one other word: brigaded.