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