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