How many syllables in “darted”?
syllables in "darted"
Word details
Syllables
2
dar · ted
Letters
6
d · a · r · t · e · d
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “darted”
The word “darted” contains 2 syllables, divided as dar · ted. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "darted" have?
"darted" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "darted" into syllables?
"darted" is divided into syllables as: dar · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "darted"?
The Scrabble score for "darted" is 8 points.
Using “darted” in writing
Two-syllable words like "darted" (dar · ted) 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, “darted” is worth 8 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 “darted”
The letters in “darted” can be rearranged to spell one other word: traded.