How many syllables in “seldom”?
syllables in "seldom"
Word details
Syllables
2
sel · dom
Letters
6
s · e · l · d · o · m
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “seldom”
The word “seldom” contains 2 syllables, divided as sel · dom. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "seldom" have?
"seldom" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "seldom" into syllables?
"seldom" is divided into syllables as: sel · dom.
What is the Scrabble score for "seldom"?
The Scrabble score for "seldom" is 9 points.
Using “seldom” in writing
Two-syllable words like "seldom" (sel · dom) 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, “seldom” 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 “seldom”
The letters in “seldom” can be rearranged to spell one other word: models.