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How many syllables in “confirmed”?

2

syllables in "confirmed"

confirmed
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Word details

Syllables

2

confi · rmed

Letters

9

c · o · n · f · i · r · m · e · d

Scrabble

17

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

c3
o1
n1
f4
i1
r1
m3
e1
d2

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About the word “confirmed

The word confirmed contains 2 syllables, divided as confi · rmed. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "confirmed" have?

"confirmed" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "confirmed" into syllables?

"confirmed" is divided into syllables as: confi · rmed.

What is the Scrabble score for "confirmed"?

The Scrabble score for "confirmed" is 17 points.

Using “confirmed” in writing

Two-syllable words like "confirmed" (confi · rmed) 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, confirmed is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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