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