How many syllables in “rampant”?
syllables in "rampant"
Word details
Syllables
2
ram · pant
Letters
7
r · a · m · p · a · n · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “rampant”
The word “rampant” contains 2 syllables, divided as ram · pant. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rampant" have?
"rampant" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rampant" into syllables?
"rampant" is divided into syllables as: ram · pant.
What is the Scrabble score for "rampant"?
The Scrabble score for "rampant" is 11 points.
Using “rampant” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rampant" (ram · pant) 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, “rampant” 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 “rampant”
The letters in “rampant” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mantrap.