How many syllables in “birdied”?
syllables in "birdied"
Word details
Syllables
2
bir · died
Letters
7
b · i · r · d · i · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “birdied”
The word “birdied” contains 2 syllables, divided as bir · died. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "birdied" have?
"birdied" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "birdied" into syllables?
"birdied" is divided into syllables as: bir · died.
What is the Scrabble score for "birdied"?
The Scrabble score for "birdied" is 11 points.
Using “birdied” in writing
Two-syllable words like "birdied" (bir · died) 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, “birdied” 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.