How many syllables in “shorten”?
syllables in "shorten"
Word details
Syllables
2
shor · ten
Letters
7
s · h · o · r · t · e · n
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “shorten”
The word “shorten” contains 2 syllables, divided as shor · ten. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shorten" have?
"shorten" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shorten" into syllables?
"shorten" is divided into syllables as: shor · ten.
What is the Scrabble score for "shorten"?
The Scrabble score for "shorten" is 10 points.
Using “shorten” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shorten" (shor · ten) 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, “shorten” is worth 10 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 “shorten”
The letters in “shorten” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: hornets, thrones.