How many syllables in “ignored”?
syllables in "ignored"
Word details
Syllables
2
igno · red
Letters
7
i · g · n · o · r · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “ignored”
The word “ignored” contains 2 syllables, divided as igno · red. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ignored" have?
"ignored" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ignored" into syllables?
"ignored" is divided into syllables as: igno · red.
What is the Scrabble score for "ignored"?
The Scrabble score for "ignored" is 9 points.
Using “ignored” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ignored" (igno · red) 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, “ignored” 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 “ignored”
The letters in “ignored” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: eroding, groined, negroid, redoing.