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