How many syllables in “stampede”?
syllables in "stampede"
Word details
Syllables
2
stam · pede
Letters
8
s · t · a · m · p · e · d · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “stampede”
The word “stampede” contains 2 syllables, divided as stam · pede. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stampede" have?
"stampede" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stampede" into syllables?
"stampede" is divided into syllables as: stam · pede.
What is the Scrabble score for "stampede"?
The Scrabble score for "stampede" is 13 points.
Using “stampede” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stampede" (stam · pede) 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, “stampede” is worth 13 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 “stampede”
The letters in “stampede” can be rearranged to spell one other word: stepdame.