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