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