How many syllables in “blotted”?
syllables in "blotted"
Word details
Syllables
2
blot · ted
Letters
7
b · l · o · t · t · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “blotted”
The word “blotted” contains 2 syllables, divided as blot · ted. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blotted" have?
"blotted" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "blotted" into syllables?
"blotted" is divided into syllables as: blot · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "blotted"?
The Scrabble score for "blotted" is 10 points.
Using “blotted” in writing
Two-syllable words like "blotted" (blot · ted) 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, “blotted” is worth 10 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 “blotted”
The letters in “blotted” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bottled.