How many syllables in “letdown”?
syllables in "letdown"
Word details
Syllables
2
let · down
Letters
7
l · e · t · d · o · w · n
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “letdown”
The word “letdown” contains 2 syllables, divided as let · down. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "letdown" have?
"letdown" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "letdown" into syllables?
"letdown" is divided into syllables as: let · down.
What is the Scrabble score for "letdown"?
The Scrabble score for "letdown" is 11 points.
Using “letdown” in writing
Two-syllable words like "letdown" (let · down) 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, “letdown” is worth 11 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.