How many syllables in “licensed”?
syllables in "licensed"
Word details
Syllables
2
lice · nsed
Letters
8
l · i · c · e · n · s · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “licensed”
The word “licensed” contains 2 syllables, divided as lice · nsed. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "licensed" have?
"licensed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "licensed" into syllables?
"licensed" is divided into syllables as: lice · nsed.
What is the Scrabble score for "licensed"?
The Scrabble score for "licensed" is 11 points.
Using “licensed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "licensed" (lice · nsed) 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, “licensed” 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.
Anagrams of “licensed”
The letters in “licensed” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: declines, silenced.