How many syllables in “downtrod”?
syllables in "downtrod"
Word details
Syllables
2
down · trod
Letters
8
d · o · w · n · t · r · o · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “downtrod”
The word “downtrod” contains 2 syllables, divided as down · trod. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "downtrod" have?
"downtrod" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "downtrod" into syllables?
"downtrod" is divided into syllables as: down · trod.
What is the Scrabble score for "downtrod"?
The Scrabble score for "downtrod" is 13 points.
Using “downtrod” in writing
Two-syllable words like "downtrod" (down · trod) 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, “downtrod” 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.