How many syllables in “holden”?
syllables in "holden"
Word details
Syllables
2
hol · den
Letters
6
h · o · l · d · e · n
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “holden”
The word “holden” contains 2 syllables, divided as hol · den. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "holden" have?
"holden" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "holden" into syllables?
"holden" is divided into syllables as: hol · den.
What is the Scrabble score for "holden"?
The Scrabble score for "holden" is 10 points.
Using “holden” in writing
Two-syllable words like "holden" (hol · den) 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, “holden” is worth 10 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 “holden”
The letters in “holden” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hondle.