How many syllables in “saddened”?
syllables in "saddened"
Word details
Syllables
2
sadd · ened
Letters
8
s · a · d · d · e · n · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “saddened”
The word “saddened” contains 2 syllables, divided as sadd · ened. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "saddened" have?
"saddened" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "saddened" into syllables?
"saddened" is divided into syllables as: sadd · ened.
What is the Scrabble score for "saddened"?
The Scrabble score for "saddened" is 11 points.
Using “saddened” in writing
Two-syllable words like "saddened" (sadd · ened) 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, “saddened” is worth 11 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 “saddened”
The letters in “saddened” can be rearranged to spell one other word: desanded.