How many syllables in “highlighted”?
syllables in "highlighted"
Word details
Syllables
3
hig · hlig · hted
Letters
11
h · i · g · h · l · i · g · h · t · e · d
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “highlighted”
The word “highlighted” contains 3 syllables, divided as hig · hlig · hted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "highlighted" have?
"highlighted" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "highlighted" into syllables?
"highlighted" is divided into syllables as: hig · hlig · hted.
What is the Scrabble score for "highlighted"?
The Scrabble score for "highlighted" is 23 points.
Using “highlighted” in writing
Three-syllable words like "highlighted" (hig · hlig · hted) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “highlighted” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.