How many syllables in “discerned”?
syllables in "discerned"
Word details
Syllables
2
disce · rned
Letters
9
d · i · s · c · e · r · n · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “discerned”
The word “discerned” contains 2 syllables, divided as disce · rned. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "discerned" have?
"discerned" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "discerned" into syllables?
"discerned" is divided into syllables as: disce · rned.
What is the Scrabble score for "discerned"?
The Scrabble score for "discerned" is 13 points.
Using “discerned” in writing
Two-syllable words like "discerned" (disce · rned) 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, “discerned” 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.
Anagrams of “discerned”
The letters in “discerned” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rescinded.