How many syllables in “rended”?
syllables in "rended"
Word details
Syllables
2
ren · ded
Letters
6
r · e · n · d · e · d
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “rended”
The word “rended” contains 2 syllables, divided as ren · ded. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rended" have?
"rended" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rended" into syllables?
"rended" is divided into syllables as: ren · ded.
What is the Scrabble score for "rended"?
The Scrabble score for "rended" is 8 points.
Using “rended” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rended" (ren · 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, “rended” is worth 8 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 “rended”
The letters in “rended” can be rearranged to spell one other word: redden.