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How many syllables in “damask”?

2

syllables in "damask"

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Word details

Syllables

2

da · mask

Letters

6

d · a · m · a · s · k

Scrabble

13

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Scrabble letter values

d2
a1
m3
a1
s1
k5

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About the word “damask

The word damask contains 2 syllables, divided as da · mask. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "damask" have?

"damask" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "damask" into syllables?

"damask" is divided into syllables as: da · mask.

What is the Scrabble score for "damask"?

The Scrabble score for "damask" is 13 points.

Using “damask” in writing

Two-syllable words like "damask" (da · mask) 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, damask is worth 13 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.

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