How many syllables in “reserved”?
syllables in "reserved"
Word details
Syllables
2
rese · rved
Letters
8
r · e · s · e · r · v · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “reserved”
The word “reserved” contains 2 syllables, divided as rese · rved. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reserved" have?
"reserved" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "reserved" into syllables?
"reserved" is divided into syllables as: rese · rved.
What is the Scrabble score for "reserved"?
The Scrabble score for "reserved" is 12 points.
Using “reserved” in writing
Two-syllable words like "reserved" (rese · rved) 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, “reserved” is worth 12 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 “reserved”
The letters in “reserved” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: deserver, reversed.