How many syllables in “sifted”?
syllables in "sifted"
Word details
Syllables
2
sif · ted
Letters
6
s · i · f · t · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “sifted”
The word “sifted” contains 2 syllables, divided as sif · ted. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sifted" have?
"sifted" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sifted" into syllables?
"sifted" is divided into syllables as: sif · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "sifted"?
The Scrabble score for "sifted" is 10 points.
Using “sifted” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sifted" (sif · ted) 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, “sifted” 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 “sifted”
The letters in “sifted” can be rearranged to spell one other word: fisted.