How many syllables in “fainted”?
syllables in "fainted"
Word details
Syllables
2
fain · ted
Letters
7
f · a · i · n · t · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “fainted”
The word “fainted” contains 2 syllables, divided as fain · ted. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fainted" have?
"fainted" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fainted" into syllables?
"fainted" is divided into syllables as: fain · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "fainted"?
The Scrabble score for "fainted" is 11 points.
Using “fainted” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fainted" (fain · ted) 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, “fainted” is worth 11 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 “fainted”
The letters in “fainted” can be rearranged to spell one other word: defiant.