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