How many syllables in “levied”?
syllables in "levied"
Word details
Syllables
2
le · vied
Letters
6
l · e · v · i · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “levied”
The word “levied” contains 2 syllables, divided as le · vied. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "levied" have?
"levied" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "levied" into syllables?
"levied" is divided into syllables as: le · vied.
What is the Scrabble score for "levied"?
The Scrabble score for "levied" is 10 points.
Using “levied” in writing
Two-syllable words like "levied" (le · vied) 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, “levied” is worth 10 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 “levied”
The letters in “levied” can be rearranged to spell one other word: veiled.