How many syllables in “modern”?
syllables in "modern"
Word details
Syllables
2
mo · dern
Letters
6
m · o · d · e · r · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “modern”
The word “modern” contains 2 syllables, divided as mo · dern. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "modern" have?
"modern" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "modern" into syllables?
"modern" is divided into syllables as: mo · dern.
What is the Scrabble score for "modern"?
The Scrabble score for "modern" is 9 points.
Using “modern” in writing
Two-syllable words like "modern" (mo · dern) 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, “modern” 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 “modern”
The letters in “modern” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: normed, rodmen.