How many syllables in “lowered”?
syllables in "lowered"
Word details
Syllables
2
lowe · red
Letters
7
l · o · w · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “lowered”
The word “lowered” contains 2 syllables, divided as lowe · red. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lowered" have?
"lowered" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lowered" into syllables?
"lowered" is divided into syllables as: lowe · red.
What is the Scrabble score for "lowered"?
The Scrabble score for "lowered" is 11 points.
Using “lowered” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lowered" (lowe · red) 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, “lowered” is worth 11 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 “lowered”
The letters in “lowered” can be rearranged to spell one other word: roweled.