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