How many syllables in “vaulted”?
syllables in "vaulted"
Word details
Syllables
2
vaul · ted
Letters
7
v · a · u · l · t · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “vaulted”
The word “vaulted” contains 2 syllables, divided as vaul · ted. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vaulted" have?
"vaulted" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "vaulted" into syllables?
"vaulted" is divided into syllables as: vaul · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "vaulted"?
The Scrabble score for "vaulted" is 11 points.
Using “vaulted” in writing
Two-syllable words like "vaulted" (vaul · ted) 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, “vaulted” is worth 11 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.