How many syllables in “answered”?
syllables in "answered"
Word details
Syllables
2
answ · ered
Letters
8
a · n · s · w · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “answered”
The word “answered” contains 2 syllables, divided as answ · ered. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "answered" have?
"answered" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "answered" into syllables?
"answered" is divided into syllables as: answ · ered.
What is the Scrabble score for "answered"?
The Scrabble score for "answered" is 12 points.
Using “answered” in writing
Two-syllable words like "answered" (answ · ered) 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, “answered” is worth 12 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.