How many syllables in “featured”?
syllables in "featured"
Word details
Syllables
2
feat · ured
Letters
8
f · e · a · t · u · r · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “featured”
The word “featured” contains 2 syllables, divided as feat · ured. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "featured" have?
"featured" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "featured" into syllables?
"featured" is divided into syllables as: feat · ured.
What is the Scrabble score for "featured"?
The Scrabble score for "featured" is 12 points.
Using “featured” in writing
Two-syllable words like "featured" (feat · ured) 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, “featured” is worth 12 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.