How many syllables in “issued”?
syllables in "issued"
Word details
Syllables
2
is · sued
Letters
6
i · s · s · u · e · d
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “issued”
The word “issued” contains 2 syllables, divided as is · sued. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "issued" have?
"issued" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "issued" into syllables?
"issued" is divided into syllables as: is · sued.
What is the Scrabble score for "issued"?
The Scrabble score for "issued" is 7 points.
Using “issued” in writing
Two-syllable words like "issued" (is · sued) 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, “issued” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “issued”
The letters in “issued” can be rearranged to spell one other word: disuse.