How many syllables in “received”?
syllables in "received"
Word details
Syllables
2
rece · ived
Letters
8
r · e · c · e · i · v · e · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “received”
The word “received” contains 2 syllables, divided as rece · ived. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "received" have?
"received" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "received" into syllables?
"received" is divided into syllables as: rece · ived.
What is the Scrabble score for "received"?
The Scrabble score for "received" is 14 points.
Using “received” in writing
Two-syllable words like "received" (rece · ived) 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, “received” is worth 14 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 “received”
The letters in “received” can be rearranged to spell one other word: deceiver.