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How many syllables in “condensed”?

2

syllables in "condensed"

condensed
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Word details

Syllables

2

conde · nsed

Letters

9

c · o · n · d · e · n · s · e · d

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
o1
n1
d2
e1
n1
s1
e1
d2

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About the word “condensed

The word condensed contains 2 syllables, divided as conde · nsed. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "condensed" have?

"condensed" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "condensed" into syllables?

"condensed" is divided into syllables as: conde · nsed.

What is the Scrabble score for "condensed"?

The Scrabble score for "condensed" is 13 points.

Using “condensed” in writing

Two-syllable words like "condensed" (conde · nsed) 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, condensed is worth 13 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.

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