How many syllables in “listened”?
syllables in "listened"
Word details
Syllables
2
list · ened
Letters
8
l · i · s · t · e · n · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “listened”
The word “listened” contains 2 syllables, divided as list · ened. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "listened" have?
"listened" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "listened" into syllables?
"listened" is divided into syllables as: list · ened.
What is the Scrabble score for "listened"?
The Scrabble score for "listened" is 9 points.
Using “listened” in writing
Two-syllable words like "listened" (list · ened) 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, “listened” is worth 9 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 “listened”
The letters in “listened” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: enlisted, tinseled.