How many syllables in “portrayed”?
syllables in "portrayed"
Word details
Syllables
2
por · trayed
Letters
9
p · o · r · t · r · a · y · e · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “portrayed”
The word “portrayed” contains 2 syllables, divided as por · trayed. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "portrayed" have?
"portrayed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "portrayed" into syllables?
"portrayed" is divided into syllables as: por · trayed.
What is the Scrabble score for "portrayed"?
The Scrabble score for "portrayed" is 15 points.
Using “portrayed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "portrayed" (por · trayed) 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, “portrayed” is worth 15 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 “portrayed”
The letters in “portrayed” can be rearranged to spell one other word: predatory.