How many syllables in “splendid”?
syllables in "splendid"
Word details
Syllables
2
splen · did
Letters
8
s · p · l · e · n · d · i · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “splendid”
The word “splendid” contains 2 syllables, divided as splen · did. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "splendid" have?
"splendid" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "splendid" into syllables?
"splendid" is divided into syllables as: splen · did.
What is the Scrabble score for "splendid"?
The Scrabble score for "splendid" is 12 points.
Using “splendid” in writing
Two-syllable words like "splendid" (splen · did) 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, “splendid” is worth 12 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 “splendid”
The letters in “splendid” can be rearranged to spell one other word: spindled.