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How many syllables in “resided”?

3

syllables in "resided"

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Word details

Syllables

3

re · si · ded

Letters

7

r · e · s · i · d · e · d

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
s1
i1
d2
e1
d2

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About the word “resided

The word resided contains 3 syllables, divided as re · si · ded. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "resided" have?

"resided" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "resided" into syllables?

"resided" is divided into syllables as: re · si · ded.

What is the Scrabble score for "resided"?

The Scrabble score for "resided" is 9 points.

Using “resided” in writing

Three-syllable words like "resided" (re · si · ded) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, resided is worth 9 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 “resided

The letters in resided can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: derides, desired.

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