How many syllables in “championed”?
syllables in "championed"
Word details
Syllables
2
champ · ioned
Letters
10
c · h · a · m · p · i · o · n · e · d
Scrabble
20
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About the word “championed”
The word “championed” contains 2 syllables, divided as champ · ioned. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "championed" have?
"championed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "championed" into syllables?
"championed" is divided into syllables as: champ · ioned.
What is the Scrabble score for "championed"?
The Scrabble score for "championed" is 20 points.
Using “championed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "championed" (champ · ioned) 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, “championed” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.