How many syllables in “complied”?
syllables in "complied"
Word details
Syllables
2
com · plied
Letters
8
c · o · m · p · l · i · e · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “complied”
The word “complied” contains 2 syllables, divided as com · plied. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "complied" have?
"complied" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "complied" into syllables?
"complied" is divided into syllables as: com · plied.
What is the Scrabble score for "complied"?
The Scrabble score for "complied" is 15 points.
Using “complied” in writing
Two-syllable words like "complied" (com · plied) 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, “complied” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “complied”
The letters in “complied” can be rearranged to spell one other word: compiled.