How many syllables in “endow”?
syllables in "endow"
Word details
Syllables
2
en · dow
Letters
5
e · n · d · o · w
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “endow”
The word “endow” contains 2 syllables, divided as en · dow. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "endow" have?
"endow" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "endow" into syllables?
"endow" is divided into syllables as: en · dow.
What is the Scrabble score for "endow"?
The Scrabble score for "endow" is 9 points.
Using “endow” in writing
Two-syllable words like "endow" (en · dow) 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, “endow” is worth 9 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 “endow”
The letters in “endow” can be rearranged to spell one other word: owned.