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How many syllables in “veneered”?

2

syllables in "veneered"

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Word details

Syllables

2

vene · ered

Letters

8

v · e · n · e · e · r · e · d

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

v4
e1
n1
e1
e1
r1
e1
d2

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About the word “veneered

The word veneered contains 2 syllables, divided as vene · ered. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "veneered" have?

"veneered" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "veneered" into syllables?

"veneered" is divided into syllables as: vene · ered.

What is the Scrabble score for "veneered"?

The Scrabble score for "veneered" is 12 points.

Using “veneered” in writing

Two-syllable words like "veneered" (vene · ered) 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, veneered 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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