How many syllables in “adored”?
syllables in "adored"
Word details
Syllables
2
ado · red
Letters
6
a · d · o · r · e · d
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “adored”
The word “adored” contains 2 syllables, divided as ado · red. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adored" have?
"adored" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "adored" into syllables?
"adored" is divided into syllables as: ado · red.
What is the Scrabble score for "adored"?
The Scrabble score for "adored" is 8 points.
Using “adored” in writing
Two-syllable words like "adored" (ado · red) 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, “adored” is worth 8 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 “adored”
The letters in “adored” can be rearranged to spell one other word: deodar.