How many syllables in “dauntless”?
syllables in "dauntless"
Word details
Syllables
2
daun · tless
Letters
9
d · a · u · n · t · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “dauntless”
The word “dauntless” contains 2 syllables, divided as daun · tless. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dauntless" have?
"dauntless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dauntless" into syllables?
"dauntless" is divided into syllables as: daun · tless.
What is the Scrabble score for "dauntless"?
The Scrabble score for "dauntless" is 10 points.
Using “dauntless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dauntless" (daun · tless) 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, “dauntless” 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.
Anagrams of “dauntless”
The letters in “dauntless” can be rearranged to spell one other word: adultness.