How many syllables in “endured”?
syllables in "endured"
Word details
Syllables
2
endu · red
Letters
7
e · n · d · u · r · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “endured”
The word “endured” contains 2 syllables, divided as endu · red. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "endured" have?
"endured" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "endured" into syllables?
"endured" is divided into syllables as: endu · red.
What is the Scrabble score for "endured"?
The Scrabble score for "endured" is 9 points.
Using “endured” in writing
Two-syllable words like "endured" (endu · red) 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, “endured” 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 “endured”
The letters in “endured” can be rearranged to spell one other word: denuder.