How many syllables in “underfed”?
syllables in "underfed"
Word details
Syllables
2
unde · rfed
Letters
8
u · n · d · e · r · f · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “underfed”
The word “underfed” contains 2 syllables, divided as unde · rfed. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "underfed" have?
"underfed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "underfed" into syllables?
"underfed" is divided into syllables as: unde · rfed.
What is the Scrabble score for "underfed"?
The Scrabble score for "underfed" is 13 points.
Using “underfed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "underfed" (unde · rfed) 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, “underfed” 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 “underfed”
The letters in “underfed” can be rearranged to spell one other word: refunded.