How many syllables in “uphold”?
syllables in "uphold"
Word details
Syllables
2
up · hold
Letters
6
u · p · h · o · l · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “uphold”
The word “uphold” contains 2 syllables, divided as up · hold. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "uphold" have?
"uphold" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "uphold" into syllables?
"uphold" is divided into syllables as: up · hold.
What is the Scrabble score for "uphold"?
The Scrabble score for "uphold" is 12 points.
Using “uphold” in writing
Two-syllable words like "uphold" (up · hold) 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, “uphold” 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.
Anagrams of “uphold”
The letters in “uphold” can be rearranged to spell one other word: holdup.