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