How many syllables in “woken”?
syllables in "woken"
Word details
Syllables
2
wo · ken
Letters
5
w · o · k · e · n
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “woken”
The word “woken” contains 2 syllables, divided as wo · ken. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "woken" have?
"woken" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "woken" into syllables?
"woken" is divided into syllables as: wo · ken.
What is the Scrabble score for "woken"?
The Scrabble score for "woken" is 12 points.
Using “woken” in writing
Two-syllable words like "woken" (wo · ken) 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, “woken” 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.