How many syllables in “daylong”?
syllables in "daylong"
Word details
Syllables
2
day · long
Letters
7
d · a · y · l · o · n · g
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “daylong”
The word “daylong” contains 2 syllables, divided as day · long. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "daylong" have?
"daylong" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "daylong" into syllables?
"daylong" is divided into syllables as: day · long.
What is the Scrabble score for "daylong"?
The Scrabble score for "daylong" is 12 points.
Using “daylong” in writing
Two-syllable words like "daylong" (day · long) 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, “daylong” 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.