How many syllables in “waitressed”?
syllables in "waitressed"
Word details
Syllables
2
waitr · essed
Letters
10
w · a · i · t · r · e · s · s · e · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “waitressed”
The word “waitressed” contains 2 syllables, divided as waitr · essed. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "waitressed" have?
"waitressed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "waitressed" into syllables?
"waitressed" is divided into syllables as: waitr · essed.
What is the Scrabble score for "waitressed"?
The Scrabble score for "waitressed" is 14 points.
Using “waitressed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "waitressed" (waitr · essed) 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, “waitressed” is worth 14 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 “waitressed”
The letters in “waitressed” can be rearranged to spell one other word: watersides.