How many syllables in “maligned”?
syllables in "maligned"
Word details
Syllables
2
mali · gned
Letters
8
m · a · l · i · g · n · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “maligned”
The word “maligned” contains 2 syllables, divided as mali · gned. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maligned" have?
"maligned" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "maligned" into syllables?
"maligned" is divided into syllables as: mali · gned.
What is the Scrabble score for "maligned"?
The Scrabble score for "maligned" is 12 points.
Using “maligned” in writing
Two-syllable words like "maligned" (mali · gned) 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, “maligned” is worth 12 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 “maligned”
The letters in “maligned” can be rearranged to spell one other word: medaling.