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