How many syllables in “vested”?
syllables in "vested"
Word details
Syllables
2
ve · sted
Letters
6
v · e · s · t · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “vested”
The word “vested” contains 2 syllables, divided as ve · sted. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vested" have?
"vested" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "vested" into syllables?
"vested" is divided into syllables as: ve · sted.
What is the Scrabble score for "vested"?
The Scrabble score for "vested" is 10 points.
Using “vested” in writing
Two-syllable words like "vested" (ve · sted) 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, “vested” is worth 10 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 “vested”
The letters in “vested” can be rearranged to spell one other word: devest.