How many syllables in “sobered”?
syllables in "sobered"
Word details
Syllables
2
sobe · red
Letters
7
s · o · b · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “sobered”
The word “sobered” contains 2 syllables, divided as sobe · red. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sobered" have?
"sobered" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sobered" into syllables?
"sobered" is divided into syllables as: sobe · red.
What is the Scrabble score for "sobered"?
The Scrabble score for "sobered" is 10 points.
Using “sobered” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sobered" (sobe · red) 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, “sobered” 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 “sobered”
The letters in “sobered” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bedsore.