How many syllables in “wooden”?
syllables in "wooden"
Word details
Syllables
2
woo · den
Letters
6
w · o · o · d · e · n
Scrabble
10
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About the word “wooden”
The word “wooden” contains 2 syllables, divided as woo · den. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wooden" have?
"wooden" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wooden" into syllables?
"wooden" is divided into syllables as: woo · den.
What is the Scrabble score for "wooden"?
The Scrabble score for "wooden" is 10 points.
Using “wooden” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wooden" (woo · den) 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, “wooden” 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.