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