How many syllables in “harkened”?
syllables in "harkened"
Word details
Syllables
2
hark · ened
Letters
8
h · a · r · k · e · n · e · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “harkened”
The word “harkened” contains 2 syllables, divided as hark · ened. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "harkened" have?
"harkened" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "harkened" into syllables?
"harkened" is divided into syllables as: hark · ened.
What is the Scrabble score for "harkened"?
The Scrabble score for "harkened" is 16 points.
Using “harkened” in writing
Two-syllable words like "harkened" (hark · 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, “harkened” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “harkened”
The letters in “harkened” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dakerhen, hankered.