How many syllables in “pleaded”?
syllables in "pleaded"
Word details
Syllables
2
plea · ded
Letters
7
p · l · e · a · d · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “pleaded”
The word “pleaded” contains 2 syllables, divided as plea · ded. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pleaded" have?
"pleaded" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pleaded" into syllables?
"pleaded" is divided into syllables as: plea · ded.
What is the Scrabble score for "pleaded"?
The Scrabble score for "pleaded" is 11 points.
Using “pleaded” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pleaded" (plea · 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, “pleaded” is worth 11 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 “pleaded”
The letters in “pleaded” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pedaled.