How many syllables in “madden”?
syllables in "madden"
Word details
Syllables
2
mad · den
Letters
6
m · a · d · d · e · n
Scrabble
10
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “madden”
The word “madden” contains 2 syllables, divided as mad · den. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "madden" have?
"madden" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "madden" into syllables?
"madden" is divided into syllables as: mad · den.
What is the Scrabble score for "madden"?
The Scrabble score for "madden" is 10 points.
Using “madden” in writing
Two-syllable words like "madden" (mad · den) 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, “madden” is worth 10 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 “madden”
The letters in “madden” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: damned, demand.