How many syllables in “olden”?
syllables in "olden"
Word details
Syllables
2
ol · den
Letters
5
o · l · d · e · n
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “olden”
The word “olden” contains 2 syllables, divided as ol · den. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "olden" have?
"olden" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "olden" into syllables?
"olden" is divided into syllables as: ol · den.
What is the Scrabble score for "olden"?
The Scrabble score for "olden" is 6 points.
Using “olden” in writing
Two-syllable words like "olden" (ol · 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, “olden” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “olden”
The letters in “olden” can be rearranged to spell one other word: loden.