How many syllables in “brighten”?
syllables in "brighten"
Word details
Syllables
2
brig · hten
Letters
8
b · r · i · g · h · t · e · n
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “brighten”
The word “brighten” contains 2 syllables, divided as brig · hten. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brighten" have?
"brighten" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "brighten" into syllables?
"brighten" is divided into syllables as: brig · hten.
What is the Scrabble score for "brighten"?
The Scrabble score for "brighten" is 14 points.
Using “brighten” in writing
Two-syllable words like "brighten" (brig · hten) 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, “brighten” is worth 14 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 “brighten”
The letters in “brighten” can be rearranged to spell one other word: berthing.