How many syllables in “entombed”?
syllables in "entombed"
Word details
Syllables
2
ento · mbed
Letters
8
e · n · t · o · m · b · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “entombed”
The word “entombed” contains 2 syllables, divided as ento · mbed. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "entombed" have?
"entombed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "entombed" into syllables?
"entombed" is divided into syllables as: ento · mbed.
What is the Scrabble score for "entombed"?
The Scrabble score for "entombed" is 13 points.
Using “entombed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "entombed" (ento · mbed) 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, “entombed” 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 “entombed”
The letters in “entombed” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bodement.