How many syllables in “telegrammed”?
syllables in "telegrammed"
Word details
Syllables
3
tele · gram · med
Letters
11
t · e · l · e · g · r · a · m · m · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “telegrammed”
The word “telegrammed” contains 3 syllables, divided as tele · gram · med. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "telegrammed" have?
"telegrammed" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "telegrammed" into syllables?
"telegrammed" is divided into syllables as: tele · gram · med.
What is the Scrabble score for "telegrammed"?
The Scrabble score for "telegrammed" is 17 points.
Using “telegrammed” in writing
Three-syllable words like "telegrammed" (tele · gram · med) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “telegrammed” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.