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How many syllables in “awardee”?

3

syllables in "awardee"

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Word details

Syllables

3

a · war · dee

Letters

7

a · w · a · r · d · e · e

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
w4
a1
r1
d2
e1
e1

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About the word “awardee

The word awardee contains 3 syllables, divided as a · war · dee. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "awardee" have?

"awardee" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "awardee" into syllables?

"awardee" is divided into syllables as: a · war · dee.

What is the Scrabble score for "awardee"?

The Scrabble score for "awardee" is 11 points.

Using “awardee” in writing

Three-syllable words like "awardee" (a · war · dee) 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, awardee 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.

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