How many syllables in “hardened”?
syllables in "hardened"
Word details
Syllables
2
hard · ened
Letters
8
h · a · r · d · e · n · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “hardened”
The word “hardened” contains 2 syllables, divided as hard · ened. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hardened" have?
"hardened" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hardened" into syllables?
"hardened" is divided into syllables as: hard · ened.
What is the Scrabble score for "hardened"?
The Scrabble score for "hardened" is 13 points.
Using “hardened” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hardened" (hard · ened) 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, “hardened” is worth 13 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 “hardened”
The letters in “hardened” can be rearranged to spell one other word: adherend.