How many syllables in “gifted”?
syllables in "gifted"
Word details
Syllables
2
gif · ted
Letters
6
g · i · f · t · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “gifted”
The word “gifted” contains 2 syllables, divided as gif · ted. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gifted" have?
"gifted" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gifted" into syllables?
"gifted" is divided into syllables as: gif · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "gifted"?
The Scrabble score for "gifted" is 11 points.
Using “gifted” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gifted" (gif · 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, “gifted” 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 “gifted”
The letters in “gifted” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fidget.