How many syllables in “envied”?
syllables in "envied"
Word details
Syllables
2
en · vied
Letters
6
e · n · v · i · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “envied”
The word “envied” contains 2 syllables, divided as en · vied. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "envied" have?
"envied" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "envied" into syllables?
"envied" is divided into syllables as: en · vied.
What is the Scrabble score for "envied"?
The Scrabble score for "envied" is 10 points.
Using “envied” in writing
Two-syllable words like "envied" (en · vied) 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, “envied” is worth 10 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 “envied”
The letters in “envied” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: devein, endive, veined.