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How many syllables in “trepidant”?

3

syllables in "trepidant"

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Word details

Syllables

3

tre · pi · dant

Letters

9

t · r · e · p · i · d · a · n · t

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
r1
e1
p3
i1
d2
a1
n1
t1

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About the word “trepidant

The word trepidant contains 3 syllables, divided as tre · pi · dant. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "trepidant" have?

"trepidant" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "trepidant" into syllables?

"trepidant" is divided into syllables as: tre · pi · dant.

What is the Scrabble score for "trepidant"?

The Scrabble score for "trepidant" is 12 points.

Using “trepidant” in writing

Three-syllable words like "trepidant" (tre · pi · dant) 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, trepidant is worth 12 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.

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