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