How many syllables in “landed”?
syllables in "landed"
Word details
Syllables
2
lan · ded
Letters
6
l · a · n · d · e · d
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “landed”
The word “landed” contains 2 syllables, divided as lan · ded. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "landed" have?
"landed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "landed" into syllables?
"landed" is divided into syllables as: lan · ded.
What is the Scrabble score for "landed"?
The Scrabble score for "landed" is 8 points.
Using “landed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "landed" (lan · ded) 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, “landed” is worth 8 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 “landed”
The letters in “landed” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dandle.