How many syllables in “resigned”?
syllables in "resigned"
Word details
Syllables
2
resi · gned
Letters
8
r · e · s · i · g · n · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “resigned”
The word “resigned” contains 2 syllables, divided as resi · gned. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "resigned" have?
"resigned" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "resigned" into syllables?
"resigned" is divided into syllables as: resi · gned.
What is the Scrabble score for "resigned"?
The Scrabble score for "resigned" is 10 points.
Using “resigned” in writing
Two-syllable words like "resigned" (resi · gned) 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, “resigned” is worth 10 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 “resigned”
The letters in “resigned” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: designer, energids, redesign, reedings.