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How many syllables in “sonnetted”?

3

syllables in "sonnetted"

sonnetted
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Word details

Syllables

3

son · net · ted

Letters

9

s · o · n · n · e · t · t · e · d

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
o1
n1
n1
e1
t1
t1
e1
d2

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About the word “sonnetted

The word sonnetted contains 3 syllables, divided as son · net · ted. It has 9 letters.

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How many syllables does "sonnetted" have?

"sonnetted" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "sonnetted" into syllables?

"sonnetted" is divided into syllables as: son · net · ted.

What is the Scrabble score for "sonnetted"?

The Scrabble score for "sonnetted" is 10 points.

Using “sonnetted” in writing

Three-syllable words like "sonnetted" (son · net · ted) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, sonnetted 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.

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