How many syllables in “pended”?
syllables in "pended"
Word details
Syllables
2
pen · ded
Letters
6
p · e · n · d · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “pended”
The word “pended” contains 2 syllables, divided as pen · ded. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pended" have?
"pended" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pended" into syllables?
"pended" is divided into syllables as: pen · ded.
What is the Scrabble score for "pended"?
The Scrabble score for "pended" is 10 points.
Using “pended” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pended" (pen · ded) 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, “pended” 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 “pended”
The letters in “pended” can be rearranged to spell one other word: depend.