How many syllables in “saddens”?
syllables in "saddens"
Word details
Syllables
2
sad · dens
Letters
7
s · a · d · d · e · n · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “saddens”
The word “saddens” contains 2 syllables, divided as sad · dens. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "saddens" have?
"saddens" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "saddens" into syllables?
"saddens" is divided into syllables as: sad · dens.
What is the Scrabble score for "saddens"?
The Scrabble score for "saddens" is 9 points.
Using “saddens” in writing
Two-syllable words like "saddens" (sad · dens) 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, “saddens” 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 “saddens”
The letters in “saddens” can be rearranged to spell one other word: desands.