How many syllables in “daimyo”?
syllables in "daimyo"
Word details
Syllables
2
dai · myo
Letters
6
d · a · i · m · y · o
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “daimyo”
The word “daimyo” contains 2 syllables, divided as dai · myo. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "daimyo" have?
"daimyo" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "daimyo" into syllables?
"daimyo" is divided into syllables as: dai · myo.
What is the Scrabble score for "daimyo"?
The Scrabble score for "daimyo" is 12 points.
Using “daimyo” in writing
Two-syllable words like "daimyo" (dai · myo) 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, “daimyo” 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.