How many syllables in “wagered”?
syllables in "wagered"
Word details
Syllables
2
wage · red
Letters
7
w · a · g · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “wagered”
The word “wagered” contains 2 syllables, divided as wage · red. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wagered" have?
"wagered" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wagered" into syllables?
"wagered" is divided into syllables as: wage · red.
What is the Scrabble score for "wagered"?
The Scrabble score for "wagered" is 12 points.
Using “wagered” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wagered" (wage · red) 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, “wagered” 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 “wagered”
The letters in “wagered” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ragweed.