How many syllables in “annoyed”?
syllables in "annoyed"
Word details
Syllables
2
an · noyed
Letters
7
a · n · n · o · y · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “annoyed”
The word “annoyed” contains 2 syllables, divided as an · noyed. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "annoyed" have?
"annoyed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "annoyed" into syllables?
"annoyed" is divided into syllables as: an · noyed.
What is the Scrabble score for "annoyed"?
The Scrabble score for "annoyed" is 11 points.
Using “annoyed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "annoyed" (an · noyed) 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, “annoyed” is worth 11 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 “annoyed”
The letters in “annoyed” can be rearranged to spell one other word: anodyne.