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How many syllables in “absolved”?

2

syllables in "absolved"

absolved
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Word details

Syllables

2

abso · lved

Letters

8

a · b · s · o · l · v · e · d

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
b3
s1
o1
l1
v4
e1
d2

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About the word “absolved

The word absolved contains 2 syllables, divided as abso · lved. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "absolved" have?

"absolved" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "absolved" into syllables?

"absolved" is divided into syllables as: abso · lved.

What is the Scrabble score for "absolved"?

The Scrabble score for "absolved" is 14 points.

Using “absolved” in writing

Two-syllable words like "absolved" (abso · lved) 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, absolved is worth 14 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.

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