How many syllables in “downtrodden”?
syllables in "downtrodden"
Word details
Syllables
3
down · trod · den
Letters
11
d · o · w · n · t · r · o · d · d · e · n
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “downtrodden”
The word “downtrodden” contains 3 syllables, divided as down · trod · den. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "downtrodden" have?
"downtrodden" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "downtrodden" into syllables?
"downtrodden" is divided into syllables as: down · trod · den.
What is the Scrabble score for "downtrodden"?
The Scrabble score for "downtrodden" is 17 points.
Using “downtrodden” in writing
Three-syllable words like "downtrodden" (down · trod · den) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “downtrodden” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.