How many syllables in “libeled”?
syllables in "libeled"
Word details
Syllables
2
libe · led
Letters
7
l · i · b · e · l · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “libeled”
The word “libeled” contains 2 syllables, divided as libe · led. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "libeled" have?
"libeled" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "libeled" into syllables?
"libeled" is divided into syllables as: libe · led.
What is the Scrabble score for "libeled"?
The Scrabble score for "libeled" is 10 points.
Using “libeled” in writing
Two-syllable words like "libeled" (libe · led) 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, “libeled” 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 “libeled”
The letters in “libeled” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bellied.