How many syllables in “collapsed”?
syllables in "collapsed"
Word details
Syllables
2
colla · psed
Letters
9
c · o · l · l · a · p · s · e · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “collapsed”
The word “collapsed” contains 2 syllables, divided as colla · psed. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "collapsed" have?
"collapsed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "collapsed" into syllables?
"collapsed" is divided into syllables as: colla · psed.
What is the Scrabble score for "collapsed"?
The Scrabble score for "collapsed" is 14 points.
Using “collapsed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "collapsed" (colla · psed) 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, “collapsed” 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 “collapsed”
The letters in “collapsed” can be rearranged to spell one other word: scalloped.