How many syllables in “listed”?
syllables in "listed"
Word details
Syllables
2
li · sted
Letters
6
l · i · s · t · e · d
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “listed”
The word “listed” contains 2 syllables, divided as li · sted. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "listed" have?
"listed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "listed" into syllables?
"listed" is divided into syllables as: li · sted.
What is the Scrabble score for "listed"?
The Scrabble score for "listed" is 7 points.
Using “listed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "listed" (li · sted) 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, “listed” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “listed”
The letters in “listed” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: delist, idlest, silted, tildes.