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