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