How many syllables in “pedants”?
syllables in "pedants"
Word details
Syllables
2
pe · dants
Letters
7
p · e · d · a · n · t · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “pedants”
The word “pedants” contains 2 syllables, divided as pe · dants. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pedants" have?
"pedants" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pedants" into syllables?
"pedants" is divided into syllables as: pe · dants.
What is the Scrabble score for "pedants"?
The Scrabble score for "pedants" is 10 points.
Using “pedants” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pedants" (pe · dants) 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, “pedants” 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 “pedants”
The letters in “pedants” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pentads.