How many syllables in “admonished”?
syllables in "admonished"
Word details
Syllables
3
admo · nish · ed
Letters
10
a · d · m · o · n · i · s · h · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “admonished”
The word “admonished” contains 3 syllables, divided as admo · nish · ed. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "admonished" have?
"admonished" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "admonished" into syllables?
"admonished" is divided into syllables as: admo · nish · ed.
What is the Scrabble score for "admonished"?
The Scrabble score for "admonished" is 17 points.
Using “admonished” in writing
Three-syllable words like "admonished" (admo · nish · ed) 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, “admonished” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.