How many syllables in “ladened”?
syllables in "ladened"
Word details
Syllables
2
lade · ned
Letters
7
l · a · d · e · n · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “ladened”
The word “ladened” contains 2 syllables, divided as lade · ned. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ladened" have?
"ladened" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ladened" into syllables?
"ladened" is divided into syllables as: lade · ned.
What is the Scrabble score for "ladened"?
The Scrabble score for "ladened" is 9 points.
Using “ladened” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ladened" (lade · ned) 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, “ladened” 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.