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How many syllables in “dashpot”?

2

syllables in "dashpot"

dashpot
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Word details

Syllables

2

das · hpot

Letters

7

d · a · s · h · p · o · t

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
a1
s1
h4
p3
o1
t1

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About the word “dashpot

The word dashpot contains 2 syllables, divided as das · hpot. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "dashpot" have?

"dashpot" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "dashpot" into syllables?

"dashpot" is divided into syllables as: das · hpot.

What is the Scrabble score for "dashpot"?

The Scrabble score for "dashpot" is 13 points.

Using “dashpot” in writing

Two-syllable words like "dashpot" (das · hpot) 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, dashpot 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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