How many syllables in “listen”?
syllables in "listen"
Word details
Syllables
2
li · sten
Letters
6
l · i · s · t · e · n
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “listen”
The word “listen” contains 2 syllables, divided as li · sten. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "listen" have?
"listen" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "listen" into syllables?
"listen" is divided into syllables as: li · sten.
What is the Scrabble score for "listen"?
The Scrabble score for "listen" is 6 points.
Using “listen” in writing
Two-syllable words like "listen" (li · sten) 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, “listen” is worth 6 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 “listen”
The letters in “listen” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: elints, enlist, inlets, silent, tinsel.