How many syllables in “performed”?
syllables in "performed"
Word details
Syllables
2
perfo · rmed
Letters
9
p · e · r · f · o · r · m · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “performed”
The word “performed” contains 2 syllables, divided as perfo · rmed. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "performed" have?
"performed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "performed" into syllables?
"performed" is divided into syllables as: perfo · rmed.
What is the Scrabble score for "performed"?
The Scrabble score for "performed" is 17 points.
Using “performed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "performed" (perfo · rmed) 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, “performed” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “performed”
The letters in “performed” can be rearranged to spell one other word: preformed.