How many syllables in “scalloped”?
syllables in "scalloped"
Word details
Syllables
2
scall · oped
Letters
9
s · c · a · l · l · o · p · e · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “scalloped”
The word “scalloped” contains 2 syllables, divided as scall · oped. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "scalloped" have?
"scalloped" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "scalloped" into syllables?
"scalloped" is divided into syllables as: scall · oped.
What is the Scrabble score for "scalloped"?
The Scrabble score for "scalloped" is 14 points.
Using “scalloped” in writing
Two-syllable words like "scalloped" (scall · oped) 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, “scalloped” is worth 14 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 “scalloped”
The letters in “scalloped” can be rearranged to spell one other word: collapsed.