How many syllables in “davened”?
syllables in "davened"
Word details
Syllables
2
dave · ned
Letters
7
d · a · v · e · n · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “davened”
The word “davened” contains 2 syllables, divided as dave · ned. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "davened" have?
"davened" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "davened" into syllables?
"davened" is divided into syllables as: dave · ned.
What is the Scrabble score for "davened"?
The Scrabble score for "davened" is 12 points.
Using “davened” in writing
Two-syllable words like "davened" (dave · ned) 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, “davened” is worth 12 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.