How many syllables in “lasted”?
syllables in "lasted"
Word details
Syllables
2
la · sted
Letters
6
l · a · s · t · e · d
Scrabble
7
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About the word “lasted”
The word “lasted” contains 2 syllables, divided as la · sted. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lasted" have?
"lasted" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lasted" into syllables?
"lasted" is divided into syllables as: la · sted.
What is the Scrabble score for "lasted"?
The Scrabble score for "lasted" is 7 points.
Using “lasted” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lasted" (la · sted) 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, “lasted” 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 “lasted”
The letters in “lasted” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: deltas, desalt, salted, slated, staled.