How many syllables in “granted”?
syllables in "granted"
Word details
Syllables
2
gran · ted
Letters
7
g · r · a · n · t · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “granted”
The word “granted” contains 2 syllables, divided as gran · ted. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "granted" have?
"granted" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "granted" into syllables?
"granted" is divided into syllables as: gran · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "granted"?
The Scrabble score for "granted" is 9 points.
Using “granted” in writing
Two-syllable words like "granted" (gran · 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, “granted” 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 “granted”
The letters in “granted” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dragnet.