How many syllables in “graded”?
syllables in "graded"
Word details
Syllables
2
gra · ded
Letters
6
g · r · a · d · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “graded”
The word “graded” contains 2 syllables, divided as gra · ded. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "graded" have?
"graded" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "graded" into syllables?
"graded" is divided into syllables as: gra · ded.
What is the Scrabble score for "graded"?
The Scrabble score for "graded" is 9 points.
Using “graded” in writing
Two-syllable words like "graded" (gra · ded) 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, “graded” is worth 9 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 “graded”
The letters in “graded” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gadder.